Written question asked by William Ross (Ulster Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 13 January 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 27 January 1998. It was answered by Lord Murphy of Torfaen (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 January 1998 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.

Northern Ireland Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, for what reasons her Department removed the mature tree on Catherine Street, Limavady on 13th January which was a gift from the Right honourable Wm. F. Massey P.C., former Prime Minister of New Zealand.

Answer: Mr. William Ross: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland for what reasons her Department removed the mature tree on Catherine Street, Limarady on 13 January which was a gift from the Right hon. Wm. F. Massey P. C., former Prime Minister of New Zealand. [23495] Mr. Paul Murphy: The position of the tree has long been a problem regarding access to the fire station and businesses located off an adjoining entry. The basalt surround to the tree was damaged by vehicles on numerous occasions and each time it had to be rebuilt.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 23495; 305 c169W
Session: 1997-98
Subjects: Northern Ireland Roads Trees Department of the Environment (Northern Ireland Office) Limavady