Cian O'Callaghan (Dublin Bay North, Social Democrats) | Oireachtas source

I accept the Minister of State's intent. It is welcome that the intention is to do public consultation. The legislation would be much better with the inclusion of "shall do the consultation". Regarding emergency, urgent areas, the consultation could be done quickly. There is nothing to be lost by public consultation. It only improves outcomes with the knowledge and experience that comes from it.