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flag Northern Ireland bans fracking and new oil/gas permits to boost renewables and meet climate goals.

flag The Northern Ireland Executive has approved a bill to permanently ban fracking and end petroleum exploration and licensing, aligning with climate goals and shifting focus to renewable energy. flag The legislation removes the government’s authority to issue new oil and gas permits, citing limited economic benefit and environmental risks. flag Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald emphasized the move supports Northern Ireland’s low-carbon transition and energy security. flag The bill will now go to the Northern Ireland Assembly, with environmental and political leaders praising it as a step toward sustainability and public health.

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