News - Bogs
Local TD critical of European Commission legal move on Irish bogs
It's as the Irish State has been referred to the European Court of Justice by the European Commission over the use of bogs.
Mar 14, 2024 12:58
Several walking and running events planned for Longford
Several walks and runs will take place in the coming weeks.
Jul 22, 2023 08:31
Environment Minister to launch EU Just Transition Fund in Longford today
Local Councillors are set to grill the Minister when he addresses Longford County Council later.
Apr 28, 2023 08:27
New rules on turf selling to come into effect in October
The original plans for the legislation caused uproar in the rural community.
Aug 23, 2022 08:52
Local firm gets permission to apply to to be allowed cut peat again
The company has been given the green light for the second time this year to apply for special permission.
Aug 15, 2022 12:28
Just Transition Commissioner calls on EU to 'loosen' rules around funding by EU
The Roscommon native feels there is too much red tape around applying for funding to the EU Just Transition fund.
Jun 9, 2022 14:06
Local activists urge public to join campaign to protect turf cutting rights
The RIO is set to hold public meetings across the region in the coming weeks.
May 5, 2022 17:19
Local TD hopes new motion will clarify turf ban confusion
While the Environment Minister is said to have an issue with the motion, Government will not oppose it.
May 5, 2022 13:39
Local TD calls on government to halt plans to ban sale and supply of turf
The government will crackdown on the sale or supply of turf from this Autumn under new plans.
Apr 11, 2022 17:14
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