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We often think of Northern Ireland's environment as largely unspoilt and pollution-free - but the real story is much different.
From Larne to Lisnaskea, tonnes of poorly - or untreated effluent is discharged into our loughs, rivers and the sea every day.
Northern Ireland is turning into a tip. The countryside is littered with illegal landfill sites which are either operating without licences or in breach of them:
This is not nuisance fly-tipping but persistent, large-scale and well organised dumping in sites which aren't properly designed and controlled.
Across the country poorly regulated industries pump a cocktail of dangerous chemicals into the environment.
In Northern Ireland, the Environment and Heritage Service (EHS) is reponsible for the environment - but unlike other parts of the UK, it isn't independent of Government.
This makes it susceptible to political interference and industry pressures.
Friends of the Earth says:
Whether you have a problem with a dodgy dump, a filthy factory, or a squalid sewage outfall, our campaign guide will help get you started.
