1 month since the EU Council adopted the #RestoreNature Law. The hard work starts now to restore 20% of EU land & sea by 2030. The NRL sets specific, legally binding targets for nature restoration in terrestrial, marine, freshwater, forest, agricultural & urban ecosystems.

New blog with results from independent surveys in 2023 & 2024 showing Irish citizens appetite for strong MPA legislation isn't going anywhere Seas At Risk Fair Seas fairseas.ie/2024/07/19/iri…

The Nature Restoration Law Series: Public Land Join us next Tuesday 30th at 7pm for a discussion on the targets of the Nature Restoration Law. @Biggyfin from Irish Enviro Network will discuss the potential of utilising public lands. Register below iwt.ie/event/the-natu…

Another reason why we need well managed effective MPA's in Irish waters. Researchers recorded boat strikes having an impact on endagered basking sharks behaviour within Ireland's newest National Marine Park Malcolm Noonan T.D. Darragh O'Brien irishtimes.com/science/2024/0…

We strongly welcome the new national water action plan and in particular the commitment to review the Arterial Drainage Scheme, which has been a key ask of ours. irishtimes.com/environment/20…

Great to get to discuss this significant legal development in the An Taisce nitrates legal case on RTE. In essence, the European Courts will now mark Ireland's homework in regard to how well we are protecting our waterbodies from agri pollution. rte.ie/radio/radio1/c…

Look at the sunshine over at St Bees beach!! 🌞 Come and join us at SeaFest for marine-themed fun and activities until 4pm. #IrishSeaDay #OneIrishSea #NationalMarineWeek

Happy Irish Sea Day! Today we are celebrating marine life and the connectivity of our Irish Sea with Fair Seas , NI Marine Task Force & Ulster Wildlife. Cross border collaboration is needed to effectively protect these important ecosystems. #IrishSeaDay #OneIrishSea

This #IrishSeaDay we celebrate the diversity of wildlife in the Irish Sea while calling for stronger protection for a sea that is busy with increasing activities & development. Read more in this report from the Irish Sea Network of which SWAN is a member: swanireland.ie/wp-content/upl…

The Nature restoration Law has officially been published in the EU Journal #RestoreNature

Meadows are starting to look tired this month. This is a normal & important part of their cycle. Soon their seeds will drop into the soil, & more wildflowers & beneficial grasses will grow in 2025 If you can, delay mowing until September #AugustSeedsFeedNextYearsBees #DontMowYet

If you missed our latest webinar on this topic, it will be available to watch back on our YouTube channel very shortly #RestoreNature

Yesterday the Nature Restoration Law entered into force. The countdown for member States to put together their National Restoration Plans has officially begun. Let's continue working together to restore Europe's rivers, forests, seas, wetlands & green our cities #RestoreNature

Highest numbers in 25 years. 233 territories recorded by the National Parks and Wildlife Service survey team An incredible effort gone in by everyone involved in saving these birds. Imma go lie down now. rte.ie/news/ireland/2…

Scottish Government propose banning bottom trawling in several offshore MPA's. Ireland needs to make full use of the Joint Recommendation process in the Common Fisheries Policy to ensure protection of our own offshore sites. thenational.scot/news/24528885.…

Plea for coastal communities to be consulted on marine protection legislation The legislation (which is over 14 months delayed) "can be achieved on a partnership and engagement approach with fishermen, farmers and coastal communities" -Fair Seas independent.ie/irish-news/ple…

Marine wildlife can’t speak up about the Irish government's failure to protect them, but YOU can. Join us at the #Rally4IrelandsSeas outside the gates of Leinster House from 12-2PM on Wednesday, 25th of September. Register: tinyurl.com/Rally4Irelands… #FairSeas

In order to hit the targets within the Nature Restoration Law we must unlock the restoration potential of public lands #RestoreNature Read this article by Fintan Kelly or watch our webinar on the topic here youtube.com/watch?v=WxQ-0s…

'Phasing out adverse practices, such as overfishing, bycatch and the use of fishing gear that detrimentally affects marine ecosystems, is crucial for fostering a sustainable future for fisheries' eea.europa.eu/en/analysis/pu….

Join us for a webinar discussing the marine aspects of the new EU Nature Restoration Law and how we can reach the restoration targets here in Ireland #RestoreNature #RestoreOcean Fair Seas Register here - us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…