Forest Drama Continues: Ministry Finally Proposes Amendments to Forest Law!
Did you know that private forest owners have been waiting for years for the government to allow them to use their forests? Well, it seems that moment has finally arrived! The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management of Montenegro has proposed amendments and supplements to the Forest Law which, if passed in Parliament next week, will enable urgent allocation and shipment of timber from private forests.
What exactly is changing?
According to the Ministry’s statement, the Forestry and Hunting Management Administration will issue cutting permits based on requests from private owners. This means owners will be able to use their forests in a legal and regulated manner, which was not the case before. The Ministry has asked all interested and concerned parties for additional patience, as everything must proceed according to legal procedures to achieve a quality and fully lawful solution.
Why is this important?
Private forest owners have been in limbo for years, unable to legally use their forests. This created problems for both them and the forestry industry. The Ministry has also started registering for financial support for former employees in the wood processing and forestry industry, showing a serious effort to address issues in this sector.
Forestry industry in crisis?
It is no secret that Montenegro’s forestry industry has gone through tough times. Private owners were often left on their own, and illegal logging remains a problem. These law amendments are an attempt to stabilize the situation and allow owners to legally and efficiently manage their forests.
What do citizens say?
Citizens are divided. Some welcome the amendments as a necessary step to solve the problem, while others are skeptical and fear that excessive logging and environmental destruction will be allowed. The Ministry has clearly stated that everything will be done according to the law, with the goal of protecting forests and owners’ rights.
Conclusion
These amendments to the Forest Law are a big step forward for private forest owners in Montenegro. They will finally be able to use their forests legally, and the state will have better control over the forestry industry. Will this really bring the changes everyone expects? Time will tell.
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