Debate contribution: Tree Protection Bill: Second Stage

Debate contribution by Mr Peter McReynolds on .

MLA
Mr Peter McReynolds
Party at the time
Alliance Party
Date
21 September 2026
Type
Debate contribution
Business
Private Members' Business
Heading
Tree Protection Bill: Second Stage
Assembly identifier
Official Report component 5742588

Text

TPOs do not get in the way of development. I have just made that point. They are about being mindful of the presence of trees. More than that, ancient woodland is irreplaceable. My colleague behind me was looking to come in on a point about, I am sure, Tullynagardy Wood. Once ancient woodland is gone, it is gone.

58 words. Text as published by the Northern Ireland Assembly.

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