Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

Regarding the question on the ESRI report, the first part of the report constitutes a response to the environmental report on the strategic environmentalist process in respect of the proposed section 60 policy direction on the incineration cap and ancillary matters. The second part constitutes a response to the international review of waste management policy undertaken by Eunomia consortium. The SEA is part of a consultative process with inputs from various stakeholders and people with a view on these matters. They have an input on debates on waste and represent different and often partisan point of view that may be contradictory. The Minister and the Government will give consideration to them and must ultimately determine public policy having regard to overarching national and EU objectives and considerations. This is a consultative process where the Minister must consider these issues and inputs before a final decision is taken.

I am not aware of the situation to which Deputy Kenny refers in the commercial court. I will have it checked.

Regarding the third question, Garda cars have the usual requirements under the road traffic Acts.

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