In our debut episode, we explore the breathtaking beauty and profound significance of the Sperrin Mountains. Discover why this unique landscape, rich in history, biodiversity, and cultural heritage, is worth protecting. We delve into the threats posed by gold mining and why this campaign is about more than just a place—it’s about safeguarding our environment, community, and future. Join us to learn, reflect, and take action for the Sperrins. 📣 Share, review, and help amplify our story SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.dontmineus.com https://www.facebook.com/SaveOurSperrins https://www.instagram.com/save_our_sperrins/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/save-our-sperrins https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/save-our-sperrins-108907 https://www.youtube.com/@SaveOurSperrins https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-n32q3-1939c83 LINKS TO OTHER RESOURCES http://caimnetwork.org/mining-in-ireland/ Mining in Ireland is a contentious issue, with 19% of the Republic of Ireland and 27% of Northern Ireland’s land area issued in prospecting licences. While mining companies claim to bring jobs and development, communities like those near Tara Mines and Gypsum Ltd have faced significant environmental and social impacts. Communities Against the Injustice of Mining (CAIM) is an all-island network resisting prospecting and extraction. https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/after-the-goldrush-by-gerry-mcgovern/id1681123169 Do Irish people know that Ireland has been selected as a Green sacrifice song for the so-called green technology, renewable energy transition from the beautiful wilds of Clare, Wicklow and Leitrim to the outstanding natural beauty of the Sperrin mountains of Tyrone. Rural Ireland is on Big Mining's chopping block. This podcast is about the power of community, about how communities of Ireland are organising to stop this disaster happening. For short term returns, the government wants to sell Ireland to mining interests as silently and quietly as possible. Let's make some noises. We will try to unravel why the Irish government is doing this GOOGLE LINK TO Greencastle People’s Office - https://maps.app.goo.gl/Cz7FHdUoi5ByxECz7?g_st=ipc

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