Marie Louise O'Donnell (Independent) | Oireachtas source

According to National Geographic, if all the human beings left the planet it would flourish but if the bees left it would die. It is very interesting. I remember reading that years ago as a young person, but it is coming to fruition. Two weeks ago I saw hundreds of beekeeepers gathered outside the Dáil. I knew instantly that the Bill was flawed. Otherwise, they would not have arrived. I have read everything they have sent us and I agree with everything Senator Norris has said. I also agree with Senators Ruane, Grace O'Sullivan and Higgins on this. It must be included. Beekeepers do not gather outside the Dáil unless there is something amiss, wrong, omitted or flawed. In this instance, we should re-align and include the pollinator plan to ensure there is protection in this area. I hope the Minister can see a way to do it.