Source: GRI Deadline: January 16th 2026 Rásaíocht Con Éireann is pleased to announce to Industry Stakeholders that pursuant to Section 5 of the Greyhound Racing Act, S.I. No. 15 of 2019, draft regulations relating to the following areas are now available to view at www.grireland.ie Use, Management and Control of Greyhound Race Tracks Public Sale of Greyhounds Artificial Insemination of Greyhounds…

The Consultation proposes the introduction a scale of fees for environmental judicial reviews provided for in the Planning and Development Act 2024. The scale of fees would be payable to successful applicants in certain environmental law judicial review cases, and the scale would have a cap of €100,000.

Conviction: Solar development company "ib vogt GmbH". "Silt disrupts the balance of the ecosystem, turns a river cloudy - irritating fish gills, smothering their eggs, and reducing the oxygen and good water quality they need to survive."

The Irish government opened submission for public consult on the priorities for the 2026 Presidency. The public consultation process will allow the government to gain a series of diverse perspectives from across Ireland to better understand what issues Irish citizens and residents want prioritised during the 2026 Presidency. 

Join GPRG and Ethical Farming Ireland for an online or in person workshops to help you make a submission to the Animal Welfare Strategy 2026 - 2030

Knowing who the authorised officers are and what they do helps clarify where to report animal cruelty and what kind of enforcement we can expect to see in our communities. It is also crucial to know how the State responds to animal welfare in order to lobby for impactful change when needed. While Ireland’s legal framework for animal rights might be robust, its effectiveness depends on the training and resources of the authorised officers.

Have Your Say: The Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment has launched a public consultation on the draft Wild Salmon and Sea Trout Tagging Scheme (Amendment) Regulations 2025, along with proposed conservation measures for the 2026 fishing season.

On 27 November 2025, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon provided written responses to Questions 134 and 145 from Deputy Pádraig O’Sullivan. The questions addressed two areas.

Press Release: DAFM, 20 November 2025 The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine held a public consultation. The public consultation opened on 18 June 2024 and closed on 26 July 2024. The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine would like to thank everyone who responded to this consultation. Below is a summary of the outcome of this consultation.

The agreement aims to improve the welfare of cats and dogs that are kept by breeders, selling establishments and shelters, while also improving consumer protection, ensuring fair competition and fighting illegal trade.

Europol: Organised crime at the heart of trafficking - The latest iteration of Operation LAKE, which ran from October 2024 to June 2025, uncovered large-scale trafficking networks and disrupted the flow of live eels destined for illegal farms in Asia.

Free Events: This September and October, the NPWS is hosting Community Conversations across the country—and online—to hear directly from people, communities, and stakeholders.

Newry Court 7 July 2025: Tiernan McMullen (23) of Granary Drive, Keady, Armagh was convicted today at Newry Court of five charges under the Welfare of Animals Act (Northern Ireland) 2011 and one charge under the Animal By-Products (Enforcement) Regulations 2015.

Meath Live online reports that a Garda told a court how he came across a three-carriage sulky race in progress on the M3 18 months ago.

Northern Ireland: Have your say on the new Fisheries and Water Environment Bill. Deadline: 11 Sep 2025. Members of the public are being asked for their views on a range of policy proposals designed to support a vibrant, profitable and sustainable sector, underpinned by healthy ecosystems.

Wildlife Crime Conviction - Badger Baiting Incident, Co. Tyrone A Kilkeel man has been convicted of attempting to ‘Damage Or Destroy the Shelter of a Wild Animal’. Also found guilty at Dungannon Crown Court of ‘Failing to Take Reasonable Steps to Ensure The Needs of an Animal’

🎙️ 5 Insightful Animal-Related Podcasts for you - Whether you’re a lifelong animal advocate, a curious newcomer to the world of animal rights, or simply someone who adores pets, there’s a podcast for you. From ethical debates to heartwarming stories, these five podcasts offer engaging, thought-provoking content about our relationships with animals—both wild and domestic. #AnimalLaw #AnimalWelfare #AnimalAdvocacy #Pets #Podcast #Ethical #AnimalRights #Law #Vets

A promising new development in Ireland’s domestic abuse response is ensuring that survivors no longer have to leave their pets behind. For many, the fear for a beloved animal is a powerful barrier to escaping an abusive situation. Now, some services across the country are offering safe accommodation for both survivors and their pets—a compassionate and much-needed change.

Environmentalists and politicians have called for a public inquiry after two businessmen were jailed for running one of Europe's biggest illegal dumps in Co Derry. — Read on www.rte.ie/news/2025/0609/1517475-mobuoy-derry-dump/

Read, share and shape the news on TheJournal.ie - Breaking Irish and International News — Read on www.thejournal.ie/garda-investigation-decapitated-fox-found-electric-wires-cork-6728227-Jun2025/

Help shape Garda policing priorities—make your voice count for animals, wildlife, and the environment. Using a simple online tool, you can allocate points to the issues that matter most to you. It only takes about 10 minutes to complete.

A study conducted by researchers at NUI Galway and the University of Aberdeen found that red squirrels increase their numbers significantly within five years of pine marten population recovery

A pet owner has been jailed over "harrowing" neglect of her Jack Russell dog who had an untreated tumour "the size of a huge grapefruit" which ruptured, leaving it fighting for its life.

A retired police dog who was on his first walk since recovering from major surgery to remove two tumours rescued a vulnerable man after locating him in woods in England.

A 30 year old man before Sligo District Court charged with stabbing his female Staffordshire Terrier dog eight times was convicted by Judge Sandra Murphy after hearing lengthy evidence in the case.

Members of An Garda Síochana and the NPWS have been conducting checkpoints across north Co. Dublin this weekend to detect illegal hunting