Midlands Senator To Oppose Proposed Changes To River Shannon Byelaws

Fianna Fail's Joe Flaherty feels more needs to be seen despite a two stage public consulation.

A Midlands Senator says he won't be supporting the modernising of byelaws for the River Shannon. 

It comes following a meeting discussing updating byelaws for key waterways for River Shannon, Grand Canal, Royal Canal and Barrow Navigation to create a clearer framework improving safety, environmental protection and management.

The measures follow a two-stage public consultation process that drew over 900 submissions.

Fianna Fail's Joe Flaherty says he wants reassurances before committing his support:

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