Sinn Féin County Councillor Mick
Roche is pressing for the cutting back of any hedgerow or foliage that is
interfering with traffic or causing an interference on public roads. Cllr Roche said motorists are paying more
than enough tax to drive on the roads and deserve far better conditions than
what they are receiving.
Cllr Roche said;
"I have been approached by
people living in rural areas around Kilmore and Tomhaggard who have highlighted
the potential safety hazards posed by overgrown hedgerows. I have also had constituents contact me after
damage was caused to their vehicles by outlying hedging on narrow roads."
"Currently there is a grey
area around who actually has responsibility for roadside ditches. Land owners are generally left to their own
device and can cut back ditches at their own expense. However it is not the responsibility of
landowners to keep roads clear and safe.
That is what we pay road tax for."
"I know that the local
County Council teams would tackle this situation if instructed. Currently they are only asked to manage
ditches where there is a problem with drainage or visibility that would concern
drivers and pedestrians. I am applying
for permission and funding to organise a much needed cutting back on narrow
roads across the area."
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