John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)

With regard to the Deputy's first question, the terms of reference for the review have been agreed and a steering committee has been appointed. I was anxious to ensure balance on the steering committee so I have appointed a number of people from non-governmental organisations, An Taisce and so forth, to sit on it. This will ensure the procurement process is correct and that we get a policy that reflects the sustainable waste management policy I have tried to highlight in recent months.

In regard to the direction of waste management policy, Deputy Hogan raised this issue during the summer and it has been claimed by the Opposition on several occasions that I have the power to direct Dublin City Council.

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