Biodiversity report calls for better monitoring of hedgerows

This is in light of the degradation of hedgerows in Ireland, the joint committee on environment and climate action said.

It is recommended that a review of the Wildlife Act and Heritage Act be undertaken "with a view to underpinning the protection of hedgerows in legislation without delay".

While gathering data around emissions levels on farms is necessary, it should not delay immediate action to prevent further biodiversity decline, a new report which calls for better monitoring and protection of Irish hedgerows has highlighted.

The Oireachtas joint committee on environment and climate action has launched its report on biodiversity, making 75 recommendations across key five themes identified during engagements with stakeholders and through submissions to the committee.