DAERA launches new marine protection strategy - Water Magazine DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has launched a new strategy designed to protect Northern Ireland’s marine environment over the next five years.

Northern Ireland’s DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has launched a new strategy designed to protect Northern Ireland’s marine environment over the next five years...

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Environment Minister accuses politicians of 'undermining' Lough Neagh crisis Lough Neagh has been blighted by noxious blooms of blue-green algae for the last three summers

Bluetongue restrictions in Northern Ireland will be relaxed from Friday Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir said his officials were “urgently” examining the possibility of providing financial support for farmers.

Muir announces nearly £1million boost for Environment Fund nature projects in Northern Ireland - Water Magazine DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has announced an additional investment of £915,000 to support nature recovery projects.

Northern Ireland’s DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has announced an additional investment of £915,000 to support nature recovery projects through his department’s Environment Fund (EF) multi-year Strategic Strand...

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New suspected case of Bluetongue virus under investigation at second Co Down farm It follows the confirmation of bluetongue at a herd close to Bangor last week

Further bluetongue cases confirmed in Co Down herd A 20km temporary control zone (TCZ) remains in place

Widespread culling ‘not the response’ to bluetongue in Northern Ireland, says Minister Mr Muir told MLAs on Thursday there are ongoing epidemiological investigations and collaboration with UK and Irish authorities to contain the outbreak

Bluetongue testing ramped up after 44 more suspected cases found in Co Down cattle herd The extra suspected cases follow preliminary testing on a holding near Bangor.

Warning after suspected Bluetongue virus found in two cows in Co Down A 20Km temporary control zone has been put in place banning the movement of susceptible species

NI council lobby for UFU labelled a 'Christmas charade' "For the first time ever the UFU (Oct 29) has passed a motion of no confidence in the Minister and his department, because farmers have reached the end of their tether, they don't know where to go."

This is the council area with the noisiest neighbours in Northern Ireland Statistics reported by district councils across Northern Ireland about noise complaints were collated into a DAERA report

MLA hits out at 'unsustainable' increase in use of agency staff in Civil Service “This over-reliance on agency staff will come at significant cost to the Executive’s budget at a time when they are under significant pressure."

Stormont departments investigated over sewage discharges into Belfast Lough "Nature is under unsustainable pressure in Northern Ireland, and one of the biggest issues is how wastewater is managed"

North Belfast play park and pitch closed due to avian flu outbreak The situation is currently being kept under review

Sale and supply of wet wipes containing plastic to be banned “Improper disposal of wet wipes is having hugely negative consequences on our sewer system, on our beaches and in our waterways"

Mandatory housing order after suspected bird flu cases in Northern Ireland It is in addition to the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone in Northern Ireland, introduced at the start of November

a drawing to illustrate 5 projects researching to improve water quality in rivers, showing a healthy river on the left and a polluted river on the right.

📢UK RESEARCH FUNDING OPPORTUNITY

#LoughNeagh - Microbial Source Tracking for Enhanced Environmental Analysis.

#NERC @ukri.org and #DAERA are funding a call for a new research project focusing on the Lough Neagh catchment system.

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Suspected bird flu found in commercial poultry premises "I call on all bird owners – from backyard hobbyists to commercial flock keepers with thousands of birds – to adhere to all biosecurity measures to protect their flocks"

A gear and plant symbolize growth, with the Omagh Enterprise logo. Text reads: "Investing in Rural Growth: What the NI Rural Development Programme Delivered.

🌱 €433 million invested in NI’s rural economy through the DAERA Rural Development Programme (2014–2020)

From farm training to environmental protection, this investment supported growth and sustainability across Fermanagh & Omagh.

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#OmaghBusiness #RuralDevelopment #DAERA

Bird flu prevention zone to be introduced in NI and what it means Avian Influenza, also known as bird flu, is a highly contagious viral disease that affects both domestic and wild birds

Bird flu prevention zone to be introduced in NI and what it means Avian Influenza, also known as bird flu, is a highly contagious viral disease that affects both domestic and wild birds

“The signals cannot be ignored"- Independent regulator for NI environment recommended The role is to include oversight of air and water quality, waste management, nature and biodiversity and the marine environment.

First Asian Hornet nest discovered in NI successfully removed The public is urged to be vigilant and report any suspect insects, ideally with a photograph, to DAERA

The #Agri-FoodandBiosciencesInstitute (#AFBI), based in Northern Ireland, has appointed soil carbon measurement specialist #Agricarbon as a delivery agent to support its ongoing research into understanding soil carbon stocks in NI’s farmland. #DAERA
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Claim of ‘battle a day’ at Stormont Executive a ‘surprise to me’, says MLA Mr Nesbitt said he had been “surprised” by Mr Muir’s comments

First confirmed Asian hornet sighting in Northern Ireland as warning issued Members of the public are urged to be vigilant and report any suspicious insects

New framework focuses on raising awareness in bid to reduce threat of wildfires Mr Muir said he hopes the framework will mark a turning point

New framework focuses on raising awareness in bid to reduce threat of wildfires Mr Muir said he hopes the framework will mark a turning point

Suspected bird flu outbreak 'devastating' for business owner and wider industry A cull of 23,000 birds has commenced at the broiler breeder poultry premises outside Omagh