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Climate change will bring more invasive species to Ireland, experts say

Climate change will bring more invasive species to Ireland, experts say

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

It's after the first confirmed sighting of an Asian hornet in Northern Ireland.

Asian hornet: Confirmed sighting in Ireland of insect that poses biodiversity threat

Asian hornet: Confirmed sighting in Ireland of insect that poses biodiversity threat

Wed, 13 Aug, 2025

The Asian hornet feeds on native bees and wasps, damaging biodiversity.

First recorded sighting of rare dragonfly in Belfast hailed by conservationists

First recorded sighting of rare dragonfly in Belfast hailed by conservationists

Tue, 08 Jul, 2025

The black-tailed skimmer dragonfly was spotted by volunteers at the Bog Meadows Nature Reserve in west Belfast.

Ground Control to create 150 new jobs with €5m Irish expansion

Ground Control to create 150 new jobs with €5m Irish expansion

Mon, 27 May, 2024

The company said it will be recruiting for roles across the island

All Ireland Pride of Place Award celebrated in Creggs

All Ireland Pride of Place Award celebrated in Creggs

Wed, 08 Nov, 2023

The village won the award in the Biodiversity and Climate Change category.