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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
National
Shauna Corr

Turf cutting on Ireland's protected bogs must end in 2 months says European Commission

Ireland has two months to stop cutting turf from protected bogs following orders from the European Commission.

And if we don't, the issue will go to the European Court of Justice.

Around 55 raised bogs are designated Special Areas of Conservation because of threats to the important natural habitats.

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