Seanad debates

Thursday, 13 February 2003

Protection of the Environment Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed).

 

Senators Mansergh and Norris highlighted the importance of enforcement. An enforcement agency will be established under the Bill. I have changed substantially the fines and the structures to deal with them. It is a reflection on ourselves that we see our neighbours burning rubbish in their gardens. Do I need a Garda chief superintendent to come down and explain to them that is wrong? There must be a major change in our culture in order that we understand that responsibility for dealing with waste begins at the most individual level. It is not up to someone at Government level, we all have a role to play and, unless we all take on those responsibilities, we will not make any progress.

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