Strict new standards are to be introduced for all domestic solid fuels from next year.
Suppliers will be required to end the sale and importation of many products due to reductions in emission rating for the likes of coal and peat briquettes.
The move, announced by the Environment Minister, will effectively see a smoky coal ban extended nationwide, in a bid to reduce air pollution and improve health.
BNM Recycling Workers In Wicklow Serve Strike Notice In Dispute Over Terms Of Employment
SIPTU members employed by Bord na Móna Recycling, have served notice of a two-day strike action which will stop the company’s domestic waste collection services on 2nd and 3rd April.
County Councils Are Owed More Than €20 Million In Unpaid Derelict Site Levies
New figures released to Social Democrats TD, Rory Hearne show 17 of the 31 local authorities didn’t collect money owed under the Derelict Sites Levy in 2023.
Government Facing Renewed Pressure To Purchase Land Near The Glen Of The Downs
A new campaign group has been set up calling on the state to buy land near the Glen of the Downs.
St Patrick's Day Celebrations Take Place Across County Wicklow
Huge crowds have turned out to take part in Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations in towns and villages around County Wicklow.
Wicklow/Wexford TD Recovering After Mugging In London
A Fianna Fail TD says he's still in pain after his shoulder was fractured during a mugging in Britain last week.
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