Historic and Archaeological Heritage Bill 2023: Committee Stage
Seanad Éireann — 2023-03-01
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Malcolm Noonan (GP), Carlow-Kilkenny

I do not propose to extend the consultation requirements beyond what is being introduced in the aftermath of the pre-legislative scrutiny recommendations. Under the National Monuments Act, consultation has always been with a statutory advisory council and this should remain the position under the Bill. If the requirement to do so arises, and that is certainly not a given, I have every confidence in the Heritage Council and its ability to carry out its role in this regard effectively. If Senator Boyhan considers it necessary, I can commit to reviewing the operation of the provision, perhaps after a period of three to five years, and to report on its operation and effectiveness.
Senator Boylan referred to the need to publish a section 9 notice in a national newspaper. This will only apply where landowners cannot be identified or located. It only applies in the context of the application of special protection to a monument.

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Sitting date: 2023-03-01