Environmental Crime Unit to inspect rubbish out the 'Line’ after residents raise concerns

The Environmental Crime Unit is to inspect the riverside ‘Line’ at Coshowen within days following concerns from residents,a local MLA has said.
By Staff Reporter
Published 2nd May 2024, 11:20 BST
Updated 2nd May 2024, 11:20 BST
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Foyle MLA Pádraig Delargy was commenting after he and Sinn Féin Councillor Aisling Hutton wrote to the Loughs Agency and the Environment Minister Andrew Muir urging action on the large amount of rubbish that is washing up along the Foyle riverbank beside the popular ‘Line’ walkway.

“The minister responded to our concerns to confirm that the case has now been referred to the Environmental Crime Unit within the Environment Agency,” Mr. Delargy commented.

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“Officers are now due to inspect the site within the next few days and will discuss any potential actions with Derry City and Strabane District Council officials.

Large amounts of rubbish and debris are routinely washing up out the 'Line'.Large amounts of rubbish and debris are routinely washing up out the 'Line'.
Large amounts of rubbish and debris are routinely washing up out the 'Line'.

“I welcome that intervention and will continue to press for all the relevant agencies to take the necessary steps to clear this rubbish in order to enhance what is a hugely popular local amenity and protect the environment and the River Foyle.”

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