John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)

I can do that but my officials are well aware of that, particularly those on the ground. They try to engage the public and I have spoken to rangers. I met the ranger in Galway recently who informed me about the campaign of misinformation on this matter.

Deputy Naughten contacted my Department regarding the scientific information. My officials indicated they are compiling it and they will have it for him as quickly as possible. I will ensure that happens.

Deputy Ulick Burke raised the compatibility of preserving SACs and economic activity. We have had a ten-year derogation which it was hoped would give people the opportunity to put alternative arrangements in place.

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