Further Measures to Reduce Noise and Nuisance from Birds Roosting in Trees along Upper Serangoon Road near Sennett Residences

25 Mr Sitoh Yih Pin asked the Minister for National Development what are the further measures besides the regular pruning of the trees that AVA can take to reduce the noise and nuisance caused by a large population of birds roosting in the trees along Upper Serangoon Road near Sennett Residences.

Mr Lawrence Wong: The Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) adopts a multi-pronged approach to address noise and nuisance caused by birds roosting in trees. For the case along Upper Serangoon Road, AVA has taken several steps.

First, as mentioned by Mr Sitoh, AVA has worked with the National Parks Board to prune the trees to discourage birds from roosting in them.

Second, AVA conducted a trial in September, using lasers to disperse the birds. AVA is currently assessing the effectiveness of this measure. Third, AVA will continue to work with the National Environment Agency (NEA) and the Potong Pasir Town Council to ensure that food waste is properly disposed of. This will reduce food sources for birds and discourage them from roosting nearby.

Fourth, AVA will also work with NEA and the Town Council to educate residents not to feed the birds.