Pondweed research aims to help combat pollution of waterways

A study has shown a direct link between the presence of invasive species and pollution, writes Niall Murray

THE battle against pondweeds and other species that can damage the environment and tourism when they invade rivers and lakes needs to be supported by more work to prevent human pollution.

The recommendation comes from a researcher who has shown a direct link between the presence of invasive species in Irish bodies of water and the pollution from agriculture or wastewater.