Hedge Rules Block Councillor’s Fix | Ireland News

In Dungarvan, a councillor proposed trimming a hedge near civic offices to deter anti-social behavior—turning a green space into an unofficial public restroom. But the council hit a snag: hedge cutting is legally restricted between March and August, unless there’s a safety emergency. So while the fix seems simple, environmental rules force a wait—or a safety loophole. A classic case of good intentions tangled in bureaucracy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e5983684ad374630