Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 July 2021
504. Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he has considered issuing a health and safety warning to the public on walking in ash woods which are potentially infected by ash dieback, similar to that which his Department issues regarding fire danger; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35608/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs ash dieback disease progresses nationally and within individual ash woods, the potential health and safety risks associated with forest plantations roadside and parkland ash trees will become an issue of increasing importance for landowners, workers and visitors. Site specific health and safety issues together with any measures, including any risk assessments required, are the responsibility of the landowner.
The Department is maintaining close oversight of the progression of ash dieback disease and is considering all aspects of its potential impacts including the health and safety issues.
