Denis Naughten (Roscommon-Galway, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I am surprised by the Deputy's comments because criticisms of the mitigation plan have been that it clearly sets out the current position. I am disappointed by her comments on COP23. The reason I actively encouraged Members of the Oireachtas to attend was that many good innovative ideas were being discussed and parliamentarians from across the globe who could assist us in meeting our global targets would attend. We could learn from this. The annual transition statement will be released later this month or early next month. I am available at any time, within travel constraints, to come to the House to discuss the mitigation plan or climate change in general.

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