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

Most of the power in this process from the national planning statements being issued is with the Minister. Most of the power in this process lies with the Minister or the OPR. There is very little for the Oireachtas or the regional assemblies in it; most of the power lies elsewhere.

The Minister of State has explained very well how diligently and thoroughly he goes through these.