Mineral propsector Conroy Gold and Natural Resources is hopeful of attracting a development partner, as part of an equal share joint-venture, to fully develop its planned gold mine at Clontibret in Co Monaghan.

Tests at a site in Cavan show it's likely to be suitable for mining gold.

First-half losses at the Dublin- based firm hoping to develop Ireland’s first commercial gold mine have narrowed by 3%.

Irish mining company Conroy Gold & Natural Resources has made a further significant gold discovery at a prospect in Co Cavan.

SHARES in Conroy Diamonds and Gold rose 44% yesterday after the exploration company announced a possible gold find at its operation in Cavan.