Michael Fitzmaurice (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Independent) | Oireachtas source

The Department should take note of the fact that October to March could be the best time to carry out these surveys. I have seen these planes flying low and it may be best to do this when there are fewer animals out on farms. Many people are not aware of things going on in these areas and it may be handy to have the postman throw a leaflet in the door. Other substances may also be included, including dolomitic limestone and sands. Why is this left wide open? Using the term 'may' is a funny one because we may have a good summer and we may have a bad summer. We do not know what will happen.

The witnesses' presentation referred to the Minister being informed about boreholes. Must people notify when going less than 5 m or 300 ft on a borehole for a well?