Malcolm Noonan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

In the specific section the Deputy is talking about, titled "Considerations for issuance of National Planning Statement", subsection 24(1)(g) refers to "prevention, reduction, amelioration and mitigation of risks of environmental damage". It is important to look at that specific section to ensure that wording around biodiversity is included. It addresses issues such as damage or "risks to human health and safety from natural and man-made causes, including from flooding". It is important to address that section and to ensure the wording there is strengthened as regards biodiversity.