Coillte has said no licence has been issued to allow lithium prospecting take place at Moylisha Hill in West Wicklow.
The issue has now been deferred to the Department of the Enviornment for a further review.
Local residents have expressed concern the practice will damage the Wicklow Way and affect water quality in the area.
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Millions Allocated To Regenerate Town Life in Co. Wicklow
Almost six million is being pumped into county projects from The Towns and Cities Regeneration Investment Fund.
Radio Backing Irish Artists Through Irish Music Month
Significant Rail Disruption For Wicklow Passengers This Weekend
Bray and Greystones are among eight DART stations that’ll be closed for works.
Simon Harris Commits to Four Years of Income Tax Relief
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