Gov. announces two newly protected marine sites
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Until now there has been little-to-no oversight of the activities that are occurring on the high seas. This means that many activities such as deep-sea mining and industrial fishing that take place on the high seas are unregulated, unreported and sometimes illegal.
Ireland has been summoned to the European Court of Justice due to its persistent failure to meet its obligations under the Habitats Directive and properly designate Special Areas of Conservation (SACs).
Of the 24 breeding seabird species in Ireland, 20 are known to call the Greater Skellig Coast Hope Spot home for the summer.