Denis Naughten (Longford-Roscommon, Fine Gael)

Has the European Commission's consideration of the derogation been suspended and, if so, on what grounds? Is the Commission satisfied with the scientific evidence Ireland has provided, given that the evidence we provided during discussion of the nitrates directive was, it seems, wholly inadequate? As the Minister will be aware, Teagasc has indicated it is prepared to review nitrogen levels. Has the Minister asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government to request Teagasc to review the nitrogen tables in the directive with a view to facilitating discussions taking place on the derogation?

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