Dublin Airport (Passenger Capacity) Bill 2026: Committee and Remaining Stages
Seanad Éireann — 2026-07-08
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Lorraine Clifford-Lee (FF), Nominated by the Taoiseach

We are all worried about the environmental impact of Dublin Airport. I live in close proximity to the airport. I speak to the communities from around the airport nearly daily. I am very much aware of the horticultural industry in north County Dublin and the need to protect it.
The Senator has made some very good points. I listened carefully to what she was saying in her previous contributions. I have also listened to what the Minister is saying on this. I know he is very aware of it. I have spoken to him a number of times about the environmental impact of Dublin Airport. He, too, lives in close proximity to the airport, so it is something we deal with daily and something we are very aware of.
The general power already contained in this Act would facilitate what the Senator is seeking in this amendment. I do not think this new section is necessary, but I would like to hear what the Minister has to say in relation to it.

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Sitting date: 2026-07-08