Victor Boyhan (Independent) | Oireachtas source

We would like to see greater clarity on the role and functions. Mr. Hogan does not have to talk about the rationale now. I understand the process, as does he. What would be helpful to this committee is absolute clarity on the roles and reserved functions of elected members regarding the review.

Regarding prescribed bodies, we are familiar with An Taisce as a prescribed body. There are other prescribed bodies and there was a suggestion by the Minister that we might include other prescribed bodies. There may be local prescribed bodies that may be pertinent to a particular part of Ireland and not necessarily be a national prescribed body. Are there any plans to adjust or change the status of prescribed bodies under the Planning Acts?