asked the Minister for Energy the applications which were received by his Department for the felling of trees in the Oldsbridge-Boyne Canal area of Drogheda, County Louth; if permission was granted for the unlimited felling: the type of trees for which permission was granted and refused; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - County Louth Tree Felling Licences.
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Two applications for a licence to fell trees in this area were received by my Department. A limited felling licence was granted in respect of specified trees consisting of the following species: horse chestnut, oak, elm, ash, beech, sycamore, lime, Scots pine and European larch. A condition requiring the preservation of similar species of trees on the lands was attached to the licence.
This felling licence is being carefully monitored to ensure full compliance.