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New framework focuses on raising awareness in bid to reduce threat of wildfires
Belfast News
Mr Muir said he hopes the framework will mark a turning point
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Suspected bird flu outbreak 'devastating' for business owner and wider industry
DAERA
A cull of 23,000 birds has commenced at the broiler breeder poultry premises outside Omagh
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Suspected case of bird flu identified near Omagh
Co Tyrone
It is understood hundreds of birds will be culled.
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Swimming not allowed at North Coast beaches after blue-green algae alert
North Coast
The public have been asked to avoid the water in a number of locations
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Cross-border science programme aims to tackle environmental issues
Environment
The six-year programme includes 14 research institutions and is receiving more than £8 million in funding from DAERA
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‘Power of peatlands’ embraced in new strategy to tackle climate crisis
Environment
Mr Muir said he hopes the strategy will mark a “turning point for how these precious habitats are protected, restored and managed"
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Space technology plan to monitor noxious algae on Lough Neagh
Lough Neagh
DAERA has been using a combined approach of satellite intelligence, in-situ measurements and public health guidance, following concern about the environmental impact of the algae
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Co Down stink solution from Warrenpoint Harbour won't have 'people dancing in the streets' says campaigners
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council
Bales of waste material are said to have caused years of bad odour in the seaside town.
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Co Down referee blows whistle on hazardous dog mess amid calls for CCTV to catch offenders
Lisburn City and Castlereagh District Council
Lisburn and Castlereagh has an annual average of 300 dog mess complaints but only two fines enforced last year.
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Belfast Council warns against proposed anti-puppy farming legislation
Belfast City Council
The council says proposed new rules from Stormont will not work without extra funding
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Warrenpoint stink set for 'major development' amid concerns of 'alternate universe' smell
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council
The local community has said the pong has been haunting the area since 2023
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Underground barrier part of proposed work for contaminated Mobuoy site
Environment
The site has been described as one of Europe’s largest illegal dumps.
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John Blair: Parties must unite to tackle Lough Neagh crisis
Lough Neagh
Writing for Belfast Live, South Antrim MLA John Blair said that parties have shown little or no appetite for taking tough decisions on Lough Neagh
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NI transgender kids could be prosecuted for possessing puberty blockers
Transgender community
While the recent ban made it illegal to prescribe the medication, a Belfast Live investigation has uncovered that anyone who procures or is in possession of the medication could be prosecuted
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Benone Beach warning as blue green algae detected
Blue-green algae
DAERA says "analysis has confirmed high levels of blue-green algae" and they have issued "an ‘Advice against Bathing’ notification"
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Newry, Mourne & Down rejects animal welfare plan despite puppy farm concerns
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council
DAERA consultation welcomed as long overdue but councillor says Stormont should help 'pick up the tab'
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Urgent Asian hornet warning for Northern Ireland following sighting in Cork
Biodiversity
This insect hunts down and kills honey bees, wasps and other vital pollinators.
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Secretary of State's 'great sympathy' with 'those impacted' by Warrenpoint bad smell
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council
MP Hilary Benn has reacted to environment campaigners' concerns over a Co Down odour problem.
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DUP rep fears council the "laughing stock" of Northern Ireland after major project refused
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council
An audit committee had raised concerns the Alliance DAERA Minister made his refusal decision when project details don't exist
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Belfast bonfire site asbestos now a criminal investigation, Minister confirms
South Belfast
"The Northern Ireland Environment Agency rightly considers this very seriously" says Environment Minister
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Possible pollution incident as Belfast river water turns red
DAERA
The river in Derriaghy Glen, which runs to the River Lagan, had turned red on Saturday
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Maguiresbridge shooting victim Vanessa Whyte remembered as 'highly respected vet and devoted mother'
Maguiresbridge
'Many of us had the privilege of knowing Vanessa personally and she was hugely admired by all those who came across her.'
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Andrew Muir "very disappointed" Donegall Road bonfire lit
Eleventh Night
Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) staff monitored events last night along with statutory partners throughout the night
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Belfast Live readers have their say on whether controversial South Belfast bonfire should go ahead
Eleventh Night
Environment Minister Andrew Muir called for the fire not to be lit
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