The Environment:  North/South Ministerial Council Sectoral Meeting

Part of the debate – in the Northern Ireland Assembly at 3:15 pm on 11 September 2000.

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Photo of Mr Sam Foster Mr Sam Foster UUP 3:15, 11 September 2000

Agricultural waste was not one of the topics chosen for immediate consideration, but it was identified as being one for possible future action. In the meantime, officials will continue to consult closely with the relevant authorities in the Republic of Ireland to ensure a consistent and complementary approach to this subject.

Landfill, which is a big issue, and waste management are incorporated under the umbrella of waste-management strategy. We will be taking whatever steps necessary and worthwhile to the Province to ensure that we can sort that out. It is a big issue — agriculture will certainly have to be looked at.