Natural Heritage Areas.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 May 2004

Tuesday, 25 May 2004

Questions (364)

Willie Penrose

Question:

384 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if his attention has been drawn to an application from approximately 150 persons (details supplied) to be excluded from the proposed national heritage area; and if his attention has been further drawn to the impact that this will have upon such persons; the actions permitted under such designation; if the concerns of these persons will be taken into account; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15242/04]

Written answers

Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government (Mr. Cullen)

I understand an appeal has been forwarded in this case by the turbary right owners to the independent nature conservation designations appeals advisory board for consideration. It would not be appropriate for me to comment on the merits of this case while the board is deliberating on it.