Martin Browne (Tipperary, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I have two quick questions. I refer to rewetting and the impact on adjacent lands. Dr. Wilson made reference to the community living in Abbeyleix where flooding of lands has not happened, but at the same time he admits that there are issues surrounding the Shannon area where industrial extraction has taken place. Can he offer any solutions to those communities? What engagement has he had with the communities and landowners? What suggestions of theirs has he taken on board?

Second, rewetting is not suitable for every area. We all accept that. What plans are in place to carry out other rehabilitation works? I ask Dr. Wilson to address the issue of methane. Is rewetting is effective enough in its production?