Michael Noonan (Limerick City, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I have discussed the issue fully. While one could agree with the sentiments expressed by the Deputy, this legislation is not the appropriate vehicle for the amendments. They are beyond the scope of the Long Title. The Bill mandates the company in due course to expand into other areas and it does not exclude a social or environmental mandate. We will see how it progresses.

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