Environment (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2025: Second Stage
Seanad Éireann — 2026-02-17
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Lorraine Clifford-Lee (FF), Nominated by the Taoiseach

I thank the Minister of State for very comprehensively outlining what is contained in this Bill. I commend him, the Minister, Deputy O'Brien, and their officials on their work in respect of this matter.
As the Minister of State outlined, the Bill aims to stimulate sustainable development and sustainable economic activity within the licensing system that is designed to protect our environment. We all want to transition to a more sustainable economy. As a result, we need a legislative framework to allow for that to happen in a timely fashion. The Minister of State outlined the timeframes contained within the Bill, which are very appropriate. They are not rushed. They are appropriate in the context of investing in businesses. I commend the Minister of State, and I will be supporting the Bill.

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Sitting date: 2026-02-17