Person: Robert Speer

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Permission granted for controversial Kerry wind farm turbines

A controversial wind farm proposal for turbines reaching 150 metres in height and 120-metre diameter blades in the heart of historic Sliabh Luachra area in Kerry has been granted permission by An Bord Pleanala.

Thu, 29 Nov, 2018

Monard oral hearing: Day One - Revised plans to build new Cork town

For the second time in three years, An Bord Pleanála is examining controversial plans for a proposed new town with over 5,300 houses which Cork County Council seeks to develop 6km north of Cork City.

Wed, 25 Nov, 2015

Dingle hillside home plans refused

An “earth sheltered dwelling” at Reenbeg, a prominent headland overlooking Dingle harbour, has been refused planning permission by An Bord Pleanála.

Wed, 27 May, 2015

Hospital statue to stay in place

A controversial Sacred Heart statue is to remain in its ground-level position outside Killarney Community Hospital, An Bord Pleanála has decided.

Mon, 27 Aug, 2012

Game over for arcade as planning given thumbs down

One of the country’s top tourist town has given the thumbs down to a gaming arcade.

Wed, 15 Aug, 2012