National parks not happening now – Durkan The Environment Minister, Mark H Durkan, has announced that he will not be taking forward enabling legislation for national parks at this time. Explaining his decision, the Minister said: “I am of the view that the concept of national parks has much to offer Northern Ireland. National parks could boost tourism and boost the economy, while helping to protect and promote our unique environment in the North. “I do not though, want to impose national parks on people. While it is clear that the idea of national parks in Northern Ireland enjoys some level of support, many of those living in proposed national park areas have not yet been won over by the argument in favour of them. Nor have all the political parties at Stormont, meaning that enabling legislation would have little chance of successfully negotiating the Assembly process. “While the timing is not yet right for the introduction of national parks legislation, the importance of protecting and promoting our environment is too great to simply ignore. I will therefore continue to seek other opportunities to promote and protect our wonderful landscapes and historic buildings for the enjoyment and benefit of locals and visitors alike.” Read more here: tinyurl/o8uqquk
Posted on: Tue, 12 Nov 2013 08:02:38 +0000
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