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Minister Christopher O'Sullivan

'Major boost' for Irish curlew population through new collaboration with UK

Environment

8 days ago

'Major boost' for Irish curlew population through new collaboration with UK

A new collaboration involving conservation groups in Ireland and the UK is expected to provide a "major boost" to the curlew population in Ireland. 

Minister: Wetlands support farmers, communities and fisheries

Environment

16 days ago

Minister: Wetlands support farmers, communities and fisheries

Restoring wetlands is "a priority" for the Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan.

Invasive species among main causes of biodiversity loss - minister

Environment

19 days ago

Invasive species among main causes of biodiversity loss - minister

Minister for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan TD, has today (Monday, June 22) launched Invasive Species Week 2026.

Next Water Action Plan an 'opportunity to turn the tide' on quality

Environment

23 days ago

Next Water Action Plan an 'opportunity to turn the tide' on quality

Ireland's next Water Action Plan is an 'opportunity we will have to turn the tide on water quality'

INHFA calls for extension of nature restoration plan consultation

Agri Politics

1 month ago

INHFA calls for extension of nature restoration plan consultation

More time and engagement is needed for Ireland's Nature Restoration Plan, the Irish Natura and Hill Farmers' Association (INHFA) said.

Environment

2 months ago

Explainer: Invasive species and the danger they pose

It was announced this week by government that a "new approach" is being taken to tackle invasive species in Ireland.

Explainer: Invasive species and the danger they pose

Environment

2 months ago

€3m announced for local nature projects

Minister of State Christopher O’Sullivan has announced €3 million in funding under the Local Biodiversity Action Fund 2026.

€3m announced for local nature projects

Environment

2 months ago

New approach to tackling invasive species in Ireland announced

A new approach to tackling invasive species in Ireland has been announced today by Minister of State Christopher O’Sullivan.

New approach to tackling invasive species in Ireland announced

Environment

2 months ago

How will farming fit into Ireland's Nature Restoration Plan?

A major new report on Ireland’s Nature Restoration Plan was released this week, but what did it say about farming and funding for agriculture?

How will farming fit into Ireland's Nature Restoration Plan?

Environment

2 months ago

New advisory report unveiled that could guide Ireland’s Nature Restoration Plan

Minister Christopher O’Sullivan, today unveiled a major new report that could shape Ireland’s Nature Restoration Plan.

New advisory report unveiled that could guide Ireland’s Nature Restoration Plan

Environment

3 months ago

Vigilance in protecting nature urged over Easter

As Easter approaches, Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity Christopher O’Sullivan has called for vigilance in protecting nature.

Vigilance in protecting nature urged over Easter

Agri Politics

4 months ago

Chair 'disappointed' at INHFA decision on nature restoration report

The chair of the Independent Advisory Committee on Nature Restoration (IAC) Dr Aoibhinn Ní...

Chair 'disappointed' at INHFA decision on nature restoration report

Environment

4 months ago

Committee calls for new funding for nature restoration

An advisory body has recommended the government provide separate funding to meet obligations under the Nature Restoration Law (NRL).

Committee calls for new funding for nature restoration

Environment

4 months ago

Minister urges vigilance on hedge cutting during nesting season

Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan has called for vigilance on hedge cutting in nesting season.

Minister urges vigilance on hedge cutting during nesting season

Environment

5 months ago

Nearly 80% of biodiversity plan actions complete or 'on track'

Almost 80% of 194 actions in the current National Biodiversity Action Plan are on track or complete, according to a new progress report.

Nearly 80% of biodiversity plan actions complete or 'on track'

Environment

5 months ago

Study details fortunes of migatory wetland birds over 30 years

Climate change, habitat changes and recreational activity are some factors impacting on wetland birds that migrate to Ireland each winter.

Study details fortunes of migatory wetland birds over 30 years

Rural Life

9 months ago

Minister confirms no plans for 'new land designations'

There are no plans for "new land designations", the Minister of State with responsibility for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity has said.

Minister confirms no plans for 'new land designations'

Environment

9 months ago

Minister welcomes Budget funds of €256m for heritage and nature

Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan has welcomed an...

Minister welcomes Budget funds of €256m for heritage and nature

Environment

9 months ago

Minister launches biodiversity plan in Longford

Minister for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity Christopher O'Sullivan officially launched the Longford Biodiversity Action Plan 2025-2030

Minister launches biodiversity plan in Longford

Agri-Business

10 months ago

State buys 98.5ac of 'high nature value' land at White’s Marsh

Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity Christopher O’Sullivan confirmed the purchase of 98.5ac at White’s Marsh, Co. Cork.

State buys 98.5ac of 'high nature value' land at White’s Marsh

Environment

11 months ago

Public encouraged to engage with development of Nature Restoration Plan

The public is being encouraged to engage with the development of Ireland's Nature Restoration Plan....

Public encouraged to engage with development of Nature Restoration Plan

Environment

1 year ago

NPWS events to celebrate Irish Natura 2000 sites

Some of the country's most valuable sites for nature are being celebrated today (Wednesday, May 21) to mark Natura 2000 day.

NPWS events to celebrate Irish Natura 2000 sites

Environment

1 year ago

Minister launches books to support nature restoration

Minister of State Christopher O’Sullivan, launched two new resources aimed at supporting biodiversity and nature restoration

Minister launches books to support nature restoration

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