Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Wednesday, 26 May 2021

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs

Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement: Discussion with Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment

Photo of Leo VaradkarLeo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

One of the Senator's points is very valid, which is more cases are being taken with respect to environmental and other regulations, not only by companies but also NGOs. However, people, NGOs and companies have the right to sue. The question is whether they are successful.

The risk analysis is as I described it. We can write that up if the Senator wishes. Essentially, we are saying the risk is minimal to zero. It is never possible to know for sure because it is impossible to imagine every scenario but because of the reasons I explained, that is our belief. We can certainly write it up.

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