They say the move is part of their broader plan to move away from peat harvesting.
Briquette production is set to end at Bord na Móna.
The semi-state body confirmed that they're to conclude operations at their briquette factory in Offaly later this year.
They say the move is part of their broader plan to move away from peat harvesting.
Employees at Bord na Mona have been guaranteed redeployment and retraining as the company moves to a climate solutions based strategy.
Fianna Fáil Councillor Eamon Dooley says he's not convinced by the transition plan:
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