Government isn't taking biodiversity seriously, says MHK

Friday, 27 November 2015 00:00

The Biodiversity Strategy isn't being taken seriously enough by government.

That's the frank message from MLC Bill Henderson - who believes his 'biggest fears' for the strategy are being realised.

He's unhappy with the Infrastructure Minister - Phil Gawne's department has allocated a number of roadside services to local authorities; unaided by Environment, Food and Agriculture.

Mr Henderson says it's entirely unacceptable:

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