Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael)

One of the problems we face is that as time is short, we will not reach some important amendments. Therefore, we must debate the ones we can reach. I would like to have reached amendment No. 45 which deals with the economic and social issue. It is very important when examining these issues that the economic and social impact, as well as the environmental impact, is assessed.

The public notice should be colour coded to indicate the exact issues involved to the public. In meeting the criteria to get in the door or gain access to the debate on critical infrastructure, we should demand that when the public recites its objections, colour-coded notices having been issued, it also be allowed to debate further germane and important issues. I would appreciate a reply from the Minister in this regard.

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