Person: Malcolm Noonan

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<p>National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and Coillte have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that establishes the framework for greater partnership and collaboration for the delivery of nature conservation projects and the management of the respective estates of both organisations.Pictured (left to right) Dr Andy Bleasdale, Director of Scientific Advice and Research, NPWS; Imelda Hurley, CEO Coillte; Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Senator Pippa Hackett; Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Electoral Reform, Malcom Noonan TD; Mark Carlin, MD Coillte Forest. Picture: Julien Behal Photography</p>

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Donal Hickey: With a sliver of opportunity and a helping hand, life finds a way

Priority actions for the new NPWS/Coillte deal will include a focus on protected habitats such as raised and blanket bog, heaths and wetlands, lakes and rivers, and for threatened species such as freshwater pearl mussel, hen harrier, merlin, and breeding waders

<p>The German submarine propeller will undergo examination before going on display in the Spike Island Museum.</p>

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German submarine propeller from First World War recovered off Cork coast

<p>Junior heritage minister Malcolm Noonan and Heritage Minister Darragh O’Brien at the Conor Pass with National Parks & Wildlife Service staff William Hunt, Sarah Uí Bhroin, Philip Buckley, Jean Hamilton, and Daniel Buckley announcing the development of Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara, Ciarraí. Picture: Valerie O'Sullivan</p>

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'A very special place': Kerry to be the home of Ireland's first marine national park

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Minister denies amendment to planning bill arose due to lobbying of developers

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National parks to be expanded under new biodiversity plan

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Donal Hickey: Welcome protection for seabirds but locals need consulting

NPWS sought 42 prosecutions this year in crackdown on wildlife crime

With 33 convictions this year and the appointment of extra rangers, minister Malcolm Noonan says Ireland's response to wildlife crime is being strengthened

Sun, 10 Dec, 2023

Ireland's newest national park to help develop eco-friendly farming

Malcolm Noonan says the new national park provides 'an opportunity to us this as a testbed for research into best practice and changes of agricultural practices'

Fri, 29 Sep, 2023

Letters to the Editor: We should heed what families say on the subject of assisted dying

One reader calls for compassion in the debate about assisted dying, while others consider issues including public spending, organ donation, hunting, and landlords' rights

Fri, 29 Sep, 2023

Letters to the Editor: Minister Noonan is on a power trip over hunt ban list

Five responses to Donal Hickey's article on September 2, ‘Four birds added to hunt ban list’

Thu, 28 Sep, 2023

Conor Pass: State is only willing to pay less than half asking price

Just 6km from Dingle, the Conor Pass is widely regarded as one of the most panoramic driving routes in Ireland

Mon, 18 Sep, 2023

First osprey chicks released into wild after over a century of extinction

In the wake of its success reintroducing the white-tailed eagle, the NPWS is releasing 50 osprey chicks into the wild in Ireland over the next five years

Mon, 28 Aug, 2023

Ireland found guilty by Europe of failing to protect 200 special areas of conservation

As well as court costs, Ireland is now on the hook for fines from the commission for its failures.

Thu, 29 Jun, 2023

Pádraig Hoare: Ireland's young people shout 'stop' on biodiversity loss

The junior counterpart of the Citizens' Assembly on Biodiversity Loss say they want nature at the heart of policymaking, and want to be included in the conversation, writes Pádraig Hoare

Sat, 22 Apr, 2023

Red Grouse Male with flared red eyebrows stood in blooming purple heather. Facing left.

Donal Hickey: Does hunting birds on a conservation list make sense?

A public consultation on the open seasons order is now underway so you can have your say on this issue — link in this article

Thu, 20 Apr, 2023

Measures to ease pressures on marine life 'ambitious', says O'Brien

A range of measures aimed at "tackling pressures" on marine life around Ireland includes zoning in on pollution, guidance for new offshore renewable energy, and tackling invasive species threatening sea life.

Mon, 27 Feb, 2023

World 'cannot wait a decade to act on biodiversity crisis', minister tells Cop15

'The product of 3.6bn years of evolution, is deteriorating before our very eyes'.

Thu, 15 Dec, 2022

Wild hawthorn blossom growing in a hedge

Audit sought of current carbon sequestration of agricultural land

Crazy debates, some of which involved bullying, took place over the summer with regard to carbon budgets for agriculture, a politician has claimed.

Mon, 12 Dec, 2022

'Biggest biodiversity conference in a decade' set to get underway in Canada

More than 10,000 scientists and 196 countries will descend on Canada this week for what has been described as "the biggest biodiversity conference in a decade".

Mon, 05 Dec, 2022

Governments to thrash out crucial biodiversity strategy at Cop15 conference

Heritage Minister Malcolm Noonan will represent Ireland at the UN biodiversity summit in Canada from December 11 to 16

Thu, 01 Dec, 2022

Citizens' assembly for young people makes 58 recommendations to tackle climate change

The findings of the first ever Children and Young People’s Assembly, which assembled in Killarney National Park, will inform the Citizens' Assembly on Biodiversity Loss.

Mon, 24 Oct, 2022

Protected status for basking sharks as minister warns we live in 'an age of mass extinction'

One of the most globally endangered shark species has been granted protected status in Ireland after years of campaigning by biodiversity experts.

Mon, 03 Oct, 2022

National Park status for The Gearagh discussed

Should the Government move to award National Park status to The Gearagh, a wetland of international importance near Macroom, Co Cork?Cork North-West Fianna Fail TD Aindreas Moynihan asked Minister of State Malcolm Noonan in the Dail last week for ...

Wed, 06 Jul, 2022

Government delays discussion on reducing voting age to 16

Deferral until June 2023 to allow time to 'complete electoral reform commitments' and establish Electoral Commission

Thu, 23 Jun, 2022

Government denies pulling 'a stroke' in its electoral reform bill

"I am genuinely horrified that a measure such as this has been proposed at the last minute," said Labour TD Ged Nash

Wed, 15 Jun, 2022

Intensive land use 'a bigger driver of biodiversity loss than climate change'

Intensive use of land is actually a bigger driver of biodiversity loss than the effects of climate change, with dramatic increases in the past 60 years.

Fri, 10 Jun, 2022

'Ireland must reverse a lost decade of biodiversity damage'

National Biodiversity Conference hears that all farmers will have to be part of a shift to an agricultural sector that works for biodiversity

Thu, 09 Jun, 2022

'Day of hope' for nature with €55m package announced for parks and wildlife

Heritage Minister Malcolm Noonan admitted he was surprised at just how much reform was needed when he was appointed to his position.

Thu, 05 May, 2022

Padraig Hoare: New package for NPWS a victory for nature and Noonan alike

The announcement of a €55m package for the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) should finally give it the respect it deserves, as well as a personal victory for Heritage Minister Malcolm Noonan.

Wed, 04 May, 2022

€20m project unveiled to reverse decline of some of Ireland's pristine rivers

Four of the waterways included in the project, which focuses on rivers rich in biodiversity, are in Munster

Mon, 02 May, 2022

The efforts to save Ireland's traditional farm buildings

Rural houses, farm buildings and farmyard features connect us to the past

Mon, 07 Feb, 2022

Wildlife crime unit still not up and running despite promises

There is still no timescale on the establishment of a wildlife crime unit, despite its formation being announced nearly a year ago.

Thu, 02 Sep, 2021

Parties move to increase geographical spread of ministers

Party leaders moved to address concerns on a lack of geographical and gender representation as they got ready to appoint 17 new Ministers of State, but some criticism has been levelled at the choices.

Wed, 01 Jul, 2020

Daniel McConnell: 'Humble' TDs eschew ministerial office for the backbenches

What is it about politicians these days in that they don’t want a promotion?

Wed, 01 Jul, 2020

Government formation: 'Rural Uber' and new bus laybys agreed by parties

As the final days of government formation talks are approaching, issues around rural Ireland were back to the negotiating table.

Fri, 29 May, 2020

Rural Young Greens back Catherine Martin to seek election as party leader

That leadership election is expected to be announced as being open for nominations on Wednesday, May 20, triggered after the general election on February 8.

Wed, 20 May, 2020

Campaign in Kilkenny to tackle giant hogweed

A campaign is under way in the Kilkenny area to contain an outbreak of giant hogweed — an invasive plant which can result in injuries when it comes into contact with people.

Wed, 05 Aug, 2015

FF candidate leading race for by-election seat

The first tallies from the Carlow-Kilkenny by-election are starting to roll in.

Sat, 23 May, 2015

Former IFA President seeking to run for FG in by-election

Former IFA President John Bryan has confirmed he will seek a Fine Gael nomination to run in the Dáil by-election in Carlow/Kikenny.

Mon, 02 Feb, 2015

Kilkenny bridge picketwill be lifted today

The 24-hour picket mounted by opponents of the controversial new bridge in Kilkenny is likely to end today although there is now speculation a legal challenge will be taken against the project.

Thu, 28 Aug, 2014

Rare poll-topper for Labour in Kilkenny

Labour councillor Maurice Shortall has topped the poll in Kilkenny, bucking the national trend which saw the party decimated in many areas.

Sun, 25 May, 2014

Son of PAC chairman set to top Kilkenny City East poll

The son of the chairman of the Public Accounts Committee, Deputy John McGuinness looks set to top the poll in his electoral area.

Sat, 24 May, 2014

New spatial development plan ‘must not be a free-for-all’

The Government has been asked to ensure that any new national spatial strategy mapping out development across the country must be backed up by law and also prevent a “planning free-for-all”.

Thu, 14 Feb, 2013

Grants urged to remove harmful lead water pipes

A grant-aided scheme to remove harmful lead pipes from the drinking water supply could provide jobs as well as eliminate a public health risk, the Green Party has said.

Thu, 03 Jan, 2013

Pandering to prejudice is unacceptable

PHIL HOGAN’S attempts to block a constituent family getting housing needs to be put in context.

Sat, 29 Sep, 2012

Sending the wrong message

ON Nov 10, the Fine Gael-Labour Coalition will ask the public to approve a referendum to insert dedicated children’s rights into the Constitution.

Thu, 27 Sep, 2012

Hogan should apologise for what he’s done, says family at heart of row

The family at the centre of a Traveller re-location row have called on Environment Minister Phil Hogan to apologise for assuring a constituent that the family would not be housed nearby.

Thu, 27 Sep, 2012

GM potato trial gets underway despite protests

National agri research and training body Teagasc has begun its outdoor trials to grow genetically modified, blight-resistant potatoes at its facility in Oakpark, Co Carlow.

Sat, 01 Sep, 2012

Activists refused leave to challenge GM trials

Environmentalists have been refused a High Court order allowing them the means to legally challenge Teagasc’s planned genetically-modified potato trials.

Wed, 29 Aug, 2012

Greens claim trial will damage Irish farming

Greens have reacted angrily to the decision allowing GM potatoes to be grown on a trial basis.

Fri, 27 Jul, 2012