1799. Deputy Roderic O'Gorman asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he is aware that individuals and groups removing invasive species such as Himalayan balsam and giant hogweed on a voluntary basis are currently under threat of criminal sanction under section 40 of the Wildlife Act, 1976; if he plans to amend the Act to ensure that landowners and volunteers can protect and protect nature against invasive species; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58033/26]

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1799. Deputy Roderic O'Gorman asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he is aware that individuals and groups removing invasive species such as Himalayan balsam and giant hogweed on a voluntary basis are currently under threat of criminal sanction under section 40 of the Wildlife Act, 1976; if he plans to amend the Act to ensure that landowners and volunteers can protect and protect nature against invasive species; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58033/26]

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