At Ennis District Court, Martin Feeney faces five charges related to the destruction of limestone pavement in a Special Area of Conservation in Galway. Counsel for the Department highlighted the environmental significance of the site, indicating considerable historical damage and the challenges of restoration. Judge Alec Gabbett expressed frustration over caseloads involving environmental damage. The hearing was adjourned as the defense lacked an expert witness, leading to concerns about timely proceedings and necessary evidence submissions for the upcoming trial date on May 9.
We have a lot of these cases - they are either a digger in the river or limestone and the Burren being upset. One or the other.
Mr O'Donnell told the court that he was not in a position to proceed due mainly to the unavailability of an expert witness, Dr David Drew.
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