August cutting of roadside hedges likely to be allowed

August hedge-cutting will be allowed, but only for roadside hedges, if the Heritage Bill proceeds into legislation containing the amendment agreed in Seanad Éireann.
August cutting of roadside hedges likely to be allowed

An Taisce, which works to preserve and protect Ireland’s natural and built heritage, has thanked Fianna Fáil senators for tabling the amendment to the original Heritage Bill proposal that blanket hedge-cutting be allowed in August, by Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs Minister Heather Humphreys.

The restriction to roadside hedges means that about 80% of hedges will not be subject to cutting in August, according to An Taisce.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Farming

Newsletter

Keep up-to-date with all the latest developments in Farming with our weekly newsletter.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited