Eoin Ó Broin (Dublin Mid West, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Exactly, in the first instance. I also am unclear about a further point, having read the Bill.

I am unclear as to what opportunities groups not included on the list prescribed by the Minister but who were consulted in the screening process would have to influence a decision once made, other than during the course of the formal planning process. In other words, if a local authority takes a decision during the initial screening process that an environmental impact assessment, EIA, is not required it would be highly unlikely it would reverse its own decision in the formal planning process. Is there some mechanism which would provide for greater public and NGO consultation before a decision is made? I am open to withdrawing my amendment if the Minister commits to further consideration of this matter.