Rural Life
The National Monuments Service has sought to clarify the legal state of play on the use of metal detectors on public or private land.
The Irish Metal Detecting Society looks to clarify remarks made about the legal status of how the hobby is practiced in Ireland.
The farmers and contractors who found the Tullydonnell hoard - have been commended by the National Museum.
The farming community is involved with conserving archaeological heritage, according to the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht.