SINN Féin Senator Joanne Collins has called for changes to the Ash Dieback Scheme.
Senator Collins believes ash dieback is an issue of deep concern to farmers, landowners, and rural communities, and the support structures in place for those affected are inadequate.
“Ash dieback is not just a crisis for forestry; it is an environmental, economic, and cultural disaster.
For generations, ash trees have been a defining feature of our landscape, vital to biodiversity and central to our rural heritage. Yet, since its introduction, the disease has devastated our woodlands.”
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Collins urged the Minister to revise the grant system, to support all affected landowners, and to ensure no farmer is left out of pocket due to circumstances beyond their control.
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