Maritime Area Planning Bill 2021: Committee Stage
Seanad Éireann — 2021-12-14
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Malcolm Noonan (GP), Carlow-Kilkenny

I again want to give assurances to the Senator. The recommendation is not referenced and it would not be appropriate to include it here. Section 6(5)(h) of the Bill requires the Minister to have regard to any current policy of the Government. The specific line refers to the current policy of Government relating to maritime planning and that would likely include any EU recommendation on integrated coastal zone management. I hope that gives assurance to the Senator.

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Sitting date: 2021-12-14