Tony Killeen (Clare, Fianna Fail)

The intent of this section is to ensure co-ordination between the two Departments involved after the transfer of functions, which is vital for the efficient and effective operation of the Foreshore Acts. There is already routine initiation of consultation with other authorities in certain cases and I have no doubt that will continue. In any event, there is an obligation on each of the Ministers to consult with the appropriate authorities under the European Communities (Foreshore) Regulations 2009, SI 404, which specifically provide for trans-boundary consultation in cases in which an environmental impact statement accompanies the application. Thus, the issue is already dealt with.

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