South Down GAA club gets OK for major development despite environmental concerns

Major development plans for a South Down GAA club have been given the green light despite environmental concerns.

One objector was identified in chambers as Friends of the Earth director, James Orr who made a phone call to the council to air his concerns. Wednesday’s meeting also heard that there have been claims the plan has been recommended for approval for “political reasons”. “Having reviewed this application we believe that all necessary steps have been taken and made publicly available and a reasonable length of time has passed to enable members of the public to review this information.

The plans for Ballyholland GAC include a full size training pitch and a multi-use games area with associated lighting. “Other aspects raised on environment and ecology, has seen intensive scrutiny and consultation between ourselves and the various statutory agencies.

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