'Massive issue with invasive plant species in Burtonport' - Cllr Marie Therese Gallagher

Councillor Marie Therese Gallagher said there is a 'massive issue in Burtonport' with the plant Japanese Knotweed and Donegal County Council need to come up with a solution.  

The plant is an aggressive species that can grow up to 10cm a day. It is recognised as one of the most invasive species in Ireland. 

The Sinn Féin councillor said that a company had brought in to rid the area of the species in the past and had been deemed a success. 

"There is a massive issue [with the plant] in Burtonport and I think this council needs to come up with solution," she said. 

The councillor said the plant can hinder and stop the building of private houses and social housing.