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IPA News

Green IPA – Plant A Tree UK No 2 Region N. Ireland collaborated with the Woodland Trust to volunteer with Tree Planting at Faughan Valley. They also helped with discouraging non-native trees, hastening their demise and encouraging bio-dioversity. In time, they will be replaced with native trees such as those planted on this occasion: a combination of Crab apple, Whitethorn, Grey Willow and Cherry Willow. Necessary fencing work was also carried out. It was a thoroughly enjoyable Green IPA day in gorgeous sunshine, space, fresh air, good views and company. The group planted 75 trees in honour of this our 75th Anniversary and then 1600 or so more. The Region is so proud to be part of this global Green IPA journey, contributing to combat climate change and work towards creating a safer and more sustainable world for everyone.

Donna Smyth and Joanne Donaghy competing fiercely with tree planting efforts

The Green IPA Tree Planting with the National Trust

Members of No 2 Region taking a well-deserved break from tree planting activities

Diane Crockard removing outer bark from non native species

Deirdre Mahony in training with National Trust

POLICE WORLD Vol 70 No.2, 2025

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