Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I note that the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government proposes to roll out a ban on smoky coal across the State, a measure that was implemented in the city of Dublin many years ago. That is something to be welcomed. However, we are all aware of the health circumstances relating to fuel poverty. Many of those who are chronic asthma sufferers are in circumstances where they are dependent on solid fuel for heating. Is there any contact between the Department of Health and the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government on the matter, and will consideration be given to any downside of the introduction of a further ban?

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