Longford groups urged to get involved in National Tree Week

Longford County Council is encouraging everyone in Longford to get involved in National Tree Week which commenced on Sunday last, March 19 and is continuing until Sunday, March 26.

The theme for 2023 is ‘Biodiversity begins with Trees’. By doing something as simple as planting a tree everyone can play a role in combating climate change.

Co-ordinated by the Tree Council of Ireland and Longford County Council and sponsored by Forest Industries Ireland, National Tree Week is a week-long festival of tree-related activities.

The aim is to encourage people to plant more trees and to improve awareness, understanding and enjoyment of trees and forests across the country.

Get out, make a difference and get involved in National Tree Week 2023.

If you would like some native trees for your community, tidy towns group, estate or school you can contact Gary Brady, Environmental Awareness Officer, Longford County Council on 043-3343451.

There are a limited number of trees available and they will be allocated on a first come first served basis. The tree species available are Oak, Silver Birch, Common Birch, Scots Pine, Hazel, Rowan and Alder.