Seán Kyne (Galway West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

That would be a matter for the local authority. If damage was caused to local infrastructure by a quarry or other large development, that would have to be dealt with. Those receiving prospecting licences must have insurance and must indemnify the Minister. Under new rules for new mines, a remediation fund will be built into the application so that any remediation costs will be provided for. That was not always the case. Section 49 provides that the licensee is not liable for damage caused by a former licence-holder unless the subsequent licence is a renewal.