A number of farming families in west Sligo are counting the cost following a fire earlier this year.
The blaze ravaged through over 100 acres of land, causing significant damage as a result.
It’s understood that the fire was caused by someone burning rubbish however it’s only recently emerged that farmers are being penalised regardless.
Local Independent Cllr Michael Clarke says it has seriously impacted the local farming community at a time when many are already struggling:
