Thanks to all of the incredible volunteers who make such a difference every day!

Happy International Volunteer Day.

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A new Ireland Thinks poll, commissioned by An Taisce, reveals Irish public appear at odds with Government’s application for a derogation from EU Nitrates Directive.

It comes days before a crucial EU vote on the derogation expected on December 9th.

Full results:
www.antaisce.org/news/public-...

Giving the gift of membership to An Taisce — The National Trust for Ireland

A Christmas present that not only lasts all year, but is also an important contribution towards protecting our natural and built heritage for current and future generations

membership.antaisce.org/gifts

Ireland has failed to provide any evidence that the next nitrates derogation will provide solutions to our ever-worsening water quality. We aren't holding up our end of the bargain, and we haven't for decades.

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#NitratePollution

It's no wonder water quality is not improving, derogation farmers are being told to do things that will not stop nitrates from getting into the water — An Taisce's Head of Advocacy Dr Elaine McGoff with Philip Boucher-Hayes on RTÉ Radio 1 CountryWide

#nitratepollution
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