Minister confirms more money is needed to tackle issue
Tree disease on the Isle of Man can't be 'proactively' managed due to budget and personnel restraints.
The environment, food and agriculture minister has described Ash Dieback as a 'huge issue'.
There are a significant number of diseased trees on the Island which need addressing.
Clare Barber says there needs to be a long-term plan but has confirmed additional money will be needed:

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Reservoir levels well below daily average figures