Malcolm Noonan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

There are a couple of things. I absolutely accept the points made by both Deputies. Compliance around Aarhus is important in planning, generally. Going through the strategic environmental assessment, SEA, process, as I mentioned, public consultation does take place. Also, under our orders and regulations section, the Minister shall, before making regulations, consult with State authorities. I gave some examples of that. We would be happy to engage further with the committee on how the regulations will be updated once the Bill is enacted. I will give an assurance that I will take a further in-depth look at what these amendments are seeking to achieve. I will also give a commitment to engage further with the committee on how regulations could be updated once the Bill is enacted by way of an assurance to both Deputies with regard to these amendments.