Minister accused of arrogance over Tara

THE only ‘wow’ factor in Environment Minister Dick Roche’s recent announcement of the new Heritage Trust is that he understands the meaning of heritage at all. He didn’t at Tara.

In giving permission for archaeological excavations last year he indicated that “as a statutory consultee on individual planning applications, he intends ensuring that heritage protection remains a priority in this area”.

If that’s the case, then he should take careful note of the planning applications pouring into Meath County Council, including the most recent for a waste recycling facility in the Gabhra valley right beside the historic Gabhra river?