The discovery of bats on the site of a proposed Aldi supermarket in Roscommon shouldn't be a 'death knell' for the project.
That's according to local Fianna Fáil councillor Sean Moylan, who says the result of an Ecological Assesment was a setback.
Aldi wants to build the supermarket and refurbish five houses on Patrick Street in Boyle.
Roscommon County Council had sought more information before making a decision.
Aldi submitted an Ecological Impact Assessment, prepared by Altemar Marine and Environmental Consultancy.
It found the proposed development would result in the loss of a roost for five bats.
The council is due to decide whether to grant planning permission on January 22nd.
Cllr Moylan says action is needed to address the existing buildings:
He believes the project will go ahead next year:
Local councillor Tom Crosby says he strongly hopes Aldi still gets planning permission:
Alex Muschketat from Wildlife West Rescue says ecological studies are essential:
