Dublin Airport (Passenger Capacity) Bill 2026: Committee and Remaining Stages
Seanad Éireann — 2026-07-08
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Alice-Mary Higgins (IND), National University of Ireland

I know we have other sections and amendments to get to but this seems to be more bespoke than what is included in section 15.
Section 24 requires the preparation of an environmental impact assessment. That is clear. However, the question is how that assessment will be considered. I am concerned about the disapplication of regulation 2. In the performance of the functions, it is having regard to the objectives of the habitats directive. There is an environmental impact assessment but in terms of the binding impact of the regulation, I am concerned that it may be diluted through a more bespoke measure. I understand we will have further opportunity to engage on that. I am opposed to section 18.

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Sitting date: 2026-07-08