Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

There is a process for arbitration or appeasement and, ultimately, for decision. I cannot say whether the applications for wind turbines will be successful. I cannot speak for An Bord Pleanála. All I can tell the Deputy is that the process of updating the guidelines is one element, but we have no function in determining the outcome of this, given the independence of An Bord Pleanála. I am quite sure the Deputy accepts that.

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