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UK capercaillies could be extinct again in 20-30 years, report warns

The “iconic” capercaillie is likely to become extinct again in the UK within two to three decades if the current trend in population decline continues, a report has warned. The study, from a sub-group of the NatureScot Scientific Advisory Committee ...

25 Feb 2022 at 12:55

World

Laundrie admitted killing Gabby Petito in notebook, FBI says

The boyfriend of US traveller Gabby Petito admitted killing her in a notebook discovered near his body in a Florida swamp, the FBI has announced. It was the first time authorities squarely pinned the blame for Ms Petito’s death on Brian Laundrie, ...

21 Jan 2022 at 23:56

Endangered adult pine hoverfly spotted in wild for first time in years

A critically endangered adult pine hoverfly has been spotted in the wild in Britain for the first time in nearly a decade following conservation efforts, experts have said. The discovery comes after staggered releases of larvae in October 2021 ...

10 Jun 2022 at 11:11

Scotland

New national park plan open for public consultation

People are being invited to share their views on Scotland’s national parks as a consultation opens on plans to create the first new one in almost 20 years. The Scottish Government committed to establish at least one new national park in ...

13 May 2022 at 08:55

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Wind farm debate brews up another storm in west Donegal

A row over the development of a wind farm in rural West Donegal continues to blow its way to the centre of a community as opposing sides in the debate gear up for another confrontation next week. The team behind the proposal for ...

05 Oct 2022 at 23:33

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Groups urge public and politicians to object to wind proposals

Environmental, conservation and wind farm groups across Donegal have urged their local councillors as well as members of the public to contact the Minister for State with responsibility for Planning and Local Government, Fine ...

22 Sept 2022 at 08:33

National News

Efforts by farmers to save endangered Irish bird praised

The role of farmers in helping the numbers of a rare and endangered Irish bird increase has been praised. At least 197 calling male corncrakes have been recorded in Ireland in 2022. This represents a 5% increase on the 188 ...

17 Sept 2022 at 21:33

Backlash over Brecon Beacons name change

The decision to rename the Brecon Beacons National Park has been criticised as a symbolic attempt to look “trendy” which could “undermine” the region’s international identity, senior Tories claimed. The park’s management ...

17 Apr 2023 at 19:32

Scotland

Communities urged to register interest to become Scotland’s new national park

Communities have been urged to register an interest in having their local area designated as Scotland’s new national park. The Scottish Government has committed to creating at least one new national park by spring 2026. ...

11 May 2023 at 12:03

Local News

Hedge-cutting season comes to an end

Landowners are being reminded that hedge-cutting season comes to an end on Tuesday next, February 28. Hedgerows play an important role in providing food and shelter for wildlife and contribute to the landscape ...

21 Feb 2023 at 13:33

National News

Helicopters and drones being used in aerial monitoring as fire threat warning is issued

Aerial monitoring with helicopters and drones are being used to ramp up fire patrols around the country, with a warning issued over the threat of fires in public places during this spell of dry and sunny ...

30 May 2023 at 13:33

National News

Helicopters and drones being used in aerial monitoring as fire threat warning is issued

30 May 2023 at 13:33

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