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Local councillor renews call for deer controls following public consultation

There's currently no census of the animals in Ireland, but it's estimated 55 thousand of the animals were shot dead last year.

May 8, 2023 17:35

Nearly 400 hectares of land is forestry in the Shannonside region

The CSO data shows 69 hectares broken down into 49 of broadleaf and 23 hectares of coniferous trees.

Apr 18, 2023 13:14

Construction of deer proof fencing requirement needed under new forestry license - Leitrim Councillor

This is leading to a risk of life, with Councillor Dolan stating it is a matter of time before there is a fatality from a deer strike.

Nov 27, 2022 10:41

Longford senator urges clarity of forestry payments for local landowners

The Senator is calling for clarity on when people can expect payments.

Oct 26, 2022 09:27

Local voices contribute to public consultation on forestry and plantations

The Government sought opinions from many different people about the future of forestry.

Sep 15, 2022 13:48

Almost 200 forestry felling licences awaiting approval locally

Leitrim has the highest figure in the region.

Jun 2, 2022 08:17

CSO finds level of afforestation in Roscommon last year 'significant'

Several hundred football fields of new forestry was planted in Roscommon last year.

Apr 27, 2022 17:16

Roscommon records second highest level of afforestation in 2021

It's the highest figure for the county since 2014.

Apr 27, 2022 07:47

Coillte respond to local concerns over Mote Park forestry works

Locals raised concerns last week after claims a digger was used to tear the branches off trees lining the road rather than cutting them properly.

Mar 1, 2022 17:43

'Save Leitrim' hope public consultation on forestry policy will lead to change

The government is to canvass the public's thoughts on forestry as part of a new national programme.

Jan 6, 2022 11:52

Consultations commenced between Coillte and Mote Park conservation group

They hope to come to an agreement on felling plans and management.

Dec 12, 2021 09:31

Climate benefits of Agri-industry being ignored - says Leitrim farmer

Minister McConalogue says farmers’ incomes could actually increase under plans to cut emissions

Nov 2, 2021 13:24

Save Leitrim urges people to remember impact of forestry during 'Heritage Week'

The Save Leitrim group feel Heritage Week should reflect more of what has been lost df due to government policies

Aug 17, 2021 13:37

Local TD calls for Taoiseach to intervene in forestry sector crisis

The price of timber is currently at an all-time high due to the issues surrounding the felling licenses.

Aug 4, 2021 14:00

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