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28/02/2007
Tackling the threat of invasive non-native species
Defra, along with the devolved administrations of Great Britain (the Welsh Assembly and Scottish Executive) is today launching a consultation to help tackle invasive non-native species.
Invasive non-native species pose a very serious threat to our native plants and animals throughout Great Britain, and have been identified as the second biggest threat to biodiversity worldwide.
Barry Gardiner, Minister for Biodiversity, said:
"Invasive non-native species not only have a detrimental effect on our native wildlife and habitats, but also our economy: agriculture, forestry and fisheries all suffer from their impacts. In fact it's estimated that invasive non-native species cost the British economy approximately £2billion per year.
"Once these species become established complete eradication is often impractical and unaffordable, leaving long-term control as the only alternative. Early intervention is essential, as was demonstrated by recent work that has successfully stemmed the spread of Ludwigia - an invasive non-native weed that blocks waterways. This has potentially saved millions of pounds in the long term.
"It's vital that we are able to deal with the range of invasive non-native species that have been introduced to our shores, as well as guarding against future introductions.
"Our three Administrations and a host of government agencies and non-government organisations have come together to develop this draft strategy for Great Britain. It offers a co-ordinated and considered approach to coping with these "alien" species."
The Invasive Non-Native Species Framework Strategy proposes a way in which stakeholders can work together to guard against invasive non-native species through:
* Prevention: to reduce the risk of invasive non-native species being introduced;
* Early detection, surveillance and monitoring: ensuring effective mechanisms are developed so that invasive threats can be responded to quickly;
* Control and eradication: finding the best solution and identifying the right approach in the case of each species;
* Raising awareness: ensuring that the public is aware of invasive non-native issues;
* Legislative framework: ensuring that current and any future legislation can adequately guard against the negative impacts;
* Research: ensuring that there is up to date information on the threats posed by these species, and the best methods to tackle them.
The consultation will run until 23rd May 2007. A copy of the consultation can be found at: http://www.nonnativespecies.org/07_Latest_Developments_(Public_Consultations).cfm
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Invasive non-native species pose a very serious threat to our native plants and animals throughout Great Britain, and have been identified as the second biggest threat to biodiversity worldwide.
Barry Gardiner, Minister for Biodiversity, said:
"Invasive non-native species not only have a detrimental effect on our native wildlife and habitats, but also our economy: agriculture, forestry and fisheries all suffer from their impacts. In fact it's estimated that invasive non-native species cost the British economy approximately £2billion per year.
"Once these species become established complete eradication is often impractical and unaffordable, leaving long-term control as the only alternative. Early intervention is essential, as was demonstrated by recent work that has successfully stemmed the spread of Ludwigia - an invasive non-native weed that blocks waterways. This has potentially saved millions of pounds in the long term.
"It's vital that we are able to deal with the range of invasive non-native species that have been introduced to our shores, as well as guarding against future introductions.
"Our three Administrations and a host of government agencies and non-government organisations have come together to develop this draft strategy for Great Britain. It offers a co-ordinated and considered approach to coping with these "alien" species."
The Invasive Non-Native Species Framework Strategy proposes a way in which stakeholders can work together to guard against invasive non-native species through:
* Prevention: to reduce the risk of invasive non-native species being introduced;
* Early detection, surveillance and monitoring: ensuring effective mechanisms are developed so that invasive threats can be responded to quickly;
* Control and eradication: finding the best solution and identifying the right approach in the case of each species;
* Raising awareness: ensuring that the public is aware of invasive non-native issues;
* Legislative framework: ensuring that current and any future legislation can adequately guard against the negative impacts;
* Research: ensuring that there is up to date information on the threats posed by these species, and the best methods to tackle them.
The consultation will run until 23rd May 2007. A copy of the consultation can be found at: http://www.nonnativespecies.org/07_Latest_Developments_(Public_Consultations).cfm
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