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Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Mr. Walsh is very welcome. I am quite impressed with what he is pursuing, we are all impressed. He must have a background in this type of issue.

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Does Mr. Walsh work in natural medicine or in the horticultural area?

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I am only asking because Mr. Walsh seems to have a very good knowledge of this. What he is doing is very welcome.

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: He obviously has a great love for the environment.

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I hope Mr. Walsh does not mind me asking those questions.

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: It is always interesting to find out people's background. I am from a horticultural background and I studied it in college. I will not say I know a lot but I know something about this business. I have had an issue with many of the weedkillers, such as those like Roundup that have a glyphosate base, over the past ten or 12 years. I like to see their use reduced wherever possible. As...

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: One of the issues in rural areas is the prevalence of blind corners, where there can be much growth in summer. I suppose local authorities face the challenge of making these safe for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists. Again, I do not like to see such corners sprayed but I presume such an area could be trimmed to ensure safety, which is a prime concern. It is about safety when it comes to...

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I totally subscribe to what Mr. Walsh is saying about that type of spraying near playgrounds and residential areas. Apart from the damage done to plants, there is also the question of the effect it may have on human life and people. Personally, I believe it will be found in time that they have an effect. I know there is some research indicating that is true. Correct me if I am wrong but...

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: He is on Longford County Council.

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: There is weeding technology and new ways of doing this work. That is really good and it is the way we must move. Are companies in Ireland promoting this or can machines be bought through a company in Ireland? Are they expensive?

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: It is clearly far safer.

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Some of my colleagues, including Deputy Buckley, have asked what we can do to help and one suggestion was to write to local authorities. It is a good suggestion. Is there anything else Mr. Walsh thinks we should be doing to get rid of this practice where possible? We should definitely introduce more environmentally friendly systems. I live in Strokestown. Deputy Devlin might tell us...

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Yes, or how we should proceed with the local authorities and the public on the safer methods and adherence to the laws that are already there.

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I will make two brief comments. The Chairman covered some of the issues I intended to raise. Sometimes local authorities are placed in a no-win situation, mainly in the context of rural roads. It is a health and safety issue on an acute bend. Mr. Walsh will know how it is. In summertime, wild parsnip and other plants grow out onto the road, which means walkers and cyclists have to move...

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on a Ban on Herbicides in Public Areas: Discussion (12 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: That is one solution. It is true people do not like to see some vegetation cut back but I am thinking of where it is a health and safety issue. As part of the green and environmental debate taking place all over the world and the discussion on saving the planet, it is extraordinary what is going on with technology. There are all these new products coming on the market. We will see more...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Primary Care Centres (11 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Before I call the Minister of State, I remind everybody of the time slots. They have four minutes each and then one minute after that. That is not aimed at Senator Byrne because he has been excellent in that regard. I welcome the Minister of State.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Primary Care Centres (11 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: You were. That was aimed at everyone. I am just pointing it out.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Primary Care Centres (11 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: As always, the Senator is exemplary on time.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Central Statistics Office (11 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Senator, I have been more than generous with the time.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Central Statistics Office (11 May 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Senator, the same rules must apply to everyone.