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Shauna Corr

Minister John O'Dowd announces major changes to roadside grass cutting to help protect nature

Roadside verges will be managed in a way that protects nature and the environment from next year, says the Department for Infrastructure.

It follows years of calls to let them grow from politicians, community and environment groups.

DfI Minister John O’Dowd says the new approach will support his department’s climate responsibilities while preventing overgrowth on paths and roads.

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