Minister issues statement on closure of Mayo trail due to fire probe

Minister of State at the Department of Tourism, Alan Dillon, has said he was devastated to hear the news that a large wildfire has forced the closure of the Claggan Mountain Coastal Trail over the weekend.

He stated: “This is a very popular trail with thousands of visitors enjoying the fantastic views and learning about the terrain every year.

"It is extremely disappointing to see the trail will remain closed until further notice, especially as we approach the busy summer season.

"I am urging everyone to be mindful of actions which can cause damage to our natural and scenic areas.

"I commend those who fought so bravely to protect this trail from the wildfire and hope that it will be up and running again over the coming months.”