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An action plan to reduce the threat of wildfires in Northern Ireland has been published by the DAERA Minister Andrew Muir.

The Wildfires Action Plan to 2030 was produced through a multi-agency approach as part of the Wildfires Strategic Framework to tackle the increasing threat of wildfires.

The action plan focuses on five main objectives of prevention, preparedness, response, recovery and enforcement. These strategic objectives are supported by 35 key areas of development which, taken together, should ensure regional capability to address the issue of wildfire is enhanced.

Partners from the Northern Ireland Strategic Wildfire Group and the Wildfire Stakeholder Forum will collectively work to deliver the action plan, bringing their own expertise and skills to wildfire risk management.

Commenting on the publication of the plan, Minister Muir said: “We have all witnessed the devastating consequences of wildfires in recent years, endangering homes, businesses and communities whilst also damaging vital upland habitats across Northern Ireland.

“The Wildfire Action Plan lays out how we will work together to reduce wildfire risk by implementing specific actions over the years ahead. Its implementation will help make our communities more resilient, by raising awareness of the dangers and providing the tools to adapt to and mitigate wildfire risks.

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