Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

We are in the middle of a democratic process in regard to the issuance of new licences and what should happen to existing licences. I am nervous because rounds issued in the past were granted during interregnums. I suggest that the Department put a hold on new licence applications until the democratic will of this House is made clear. I understand there is no money order requirement in the Maritime Area and Foreshore (Amendment) Bill 2013 and, therefore, it is highly likely it will progress to Committee and Report Stages. We should be careful not to agree licences when we are dealing with legislation that may create difficulties in that regard.