By Brendan McCormack, Local Chairperson We live in interesting times. This is without doubt. 2020 has brought challenges that no one could have imagined 12 months ago. We have always known in the Green Party that the world is changing and Covid-19 has shown just how vulnerable we are to […]
Environment
In 2009 the Sheep’s Head was awarded the title of European Destination of Excellence –Tourism and Protected Areas. This competition was designed for destinations that have developed the tourism potential of their protected areas in a sustainable manner. So why is the Sheep’s Head so desirable as a destination? There […]
As I write, on Thursday September 24, we are celebrating World Maritime Day. It’s an important marker for me, particularly as Green Party Spokesperson for the Marine. The theme this year is: Sustainable Shipping for a Sustainable Planet. A laudible idea, but for some perhaps, a little abstract. The theme […]
PERMANENT CULTURE As we continue to explore how the Permaculture design system can contribute to the ‘Cool Clon’ conversation, it seems fitting to me that this month we’re delving into principal number nine ‘Use Small and Slow Solutions’. In 2011, Clonakilty won a prestigious international award and was named a […]
Holly Cairns, Cork South West TD, and Councillor Paul Hayes, Skibbereen – West Cork Electoral Area, are seeking clarification on the situation of an overflowing septic tank in Shannonvale, Clonakilty. Documents acquired from Irish Water under Freedom of Information shows that there is disagreement over the cost of a solution. […]