‘All have a role in protecting our natural world’

ENVIRONMENT Minister Dick Roche is urging the public to respect the natural world around us and its interaction with our everyday lives.

Everyone has a part to play to make sure we protect our biodiversity, the minister explained yesterday when he launched Ireland’s first public awareness campaign.

“When many people think of biodiversity they will perhaps think of nature conservation and the enjoyment we get from the beauty of our natural environment,” said Mr Roche.