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30 Nov -

Make a splash at The Wave



26 Jun -

Green New Deal is a vision for economic recovery



23 Jun -

Friends of the Earth welcomes new Environment Minister



9 Mar -

Belfast incinerator a toxic solution to waste problem



2 Mar -

Environment Minister attacks UK climate policy - reaction



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