Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Tuesday, 9 November 2021

Select Committee on Housing, Planning and Local Government

Maritime Area Planning Bill 2021: Committee Stage (Resumed)

Photo of Steven MatthewsSteven Matthews (Wicklow, Green Party)
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I have a question on the amendment. We are trying to put together planning legislation to ensure that there is a proper and fit-for-purpose planning regime for the maritime area that covers all activities. If a MAC needs to be amended, must one go right back to the start of the whole process again and reapply? There is some ministerial discretion.