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Mining: ores, precious metals and stones

Construction materials: sand, gravel, decorative stone (limestone, marble etc)

Energy: oil, natural gas, peat, uranium

Tourism & recreation: landscapes (Burren, Giant's Causeway etc) and activities (rock climbing, hill walking, caving etc)

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