Niall Collins (Limerick County, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Invasive alien species are acknowledged as one of the five main drivers of biodiversity loss globally. It is vital that we continue to mobilise resources across sectors to tackle these species. While eradication of species is not always possible it is important that work is undertaken to manage and control invasive alien species is co-ordinated and effective to mitigate the threat posed to biodiversity. It will operate on a national scale with the involvement and co-operation of key stakeholders at local level will continue to be crucial for successful implementation. The plan will provide a useful shape and focus to the range of good work already being undertaken by NPWS and other Departments as well as by local authorities and stakeholders throughout the country. We hope to be in a position to provide positive updates on the development of the plan in the coming months as it moves closer to the public consultation phase.