20 September, 2023
Dr Bróna McNeill and Dr Ciara Brennan
Lough Neagh, the largest freshwater lake in Britain or Ireland, is vital to local communities but faces long-standing management issues. These include environmental damage from unregulated sand extraction, habitat loss, declining fish and bird populations, and serious water pollution. Recent concerns have sparked calls for public ownership. This briefing explains the current ownership situation, why it’s problematic, and suggests alternative models that could improve environmental and social outcomes.
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