Irish Examiner view: Let’s review 1945 rivers legislation

There are many changes Hyde never imagined that we must accept to deliver on today’s environmental obligations.

Deciding on what is an acceptable use of natural resources, especially land, is always political. Decisions are driven by deep cultural beliefs. 

Ownership, under the umbrella of what we call property rights, is decisive as our housing crisis shows only too starkly. At one end of the spectrum, decisions to protect the environment are regarded as unnecessary impositions that stymie business.