Star Wars filming on island 'totally inappropriate', says conservationist

Filmmakers shooting the latest Star Wars blockbuster have clashed with conservationists over their occupation of Skellig Michael.

Star Wars filming on island 'totally inappropriate', says conservationist

Filmmakers shooting the latest Star Wars blockbuster have clashed with conservationists over their occupation of Skellig Michael.

As filming started on sea-swept island – 12 kilometres off Co Kerry - heritage chiefs and environmentalists have warned about the impact on the rocky outcrop.

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