Claims Clare Beekeepers At Risk Of Decimation If Govt Rushes Import Ban

It's feared several beekeepers in Clare would be decimated if the Government rushes through a proposed import ban. Legislation to prevent the import of non-native honey bees is currently at the second stage in the Dáil, having received Seanad approval in 2024. The Irish Beekeper Organisation has consistently called for the measure to be introduced to protect the Irish honeybee from crossbreeding. Member of Clare's Biodiversity Forum Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor Clare Colleran-Molloy says introducing the law without due research could severely punish responsible keepers in this county and their livelihoods.