By Iveren McCallion
Three beaches in the Newry Mourne and Down district have earned the prestigious 'Blue Flag' status.
Cranfield West, Murlough and Tyrella beaches have been awarded blue flags.
But Jennifer Firth from Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful says beaches are always at risk:
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