Galway Bay fm newsroom:The latest in a series of demonstrations against proposals for mineral mining in Connemara, will take place outside County Hall tomorrow (Tues).
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The campaign group argues the plans do not show adequate regard for people's health, homes, livelihoods and environment.
It's calling for a ban on base metal mining in Connemara which would exclude marble and stone quarrying.
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Canadian mining company MOAG is seeking a licence for prospecting in town lands such as Ballinahinch, Callow, Murvey and Dolan.
Another firm, BTU Metals Corp is also seeking a prospecting licence from the government.
The demonstration gets underway at County Hall at 1pm tomorrow.
