Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Social Democrats) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State but he described the problem and did not answer the question. This is a matter for public concern for several years and it is getting worse, particularly in respect of concerts. Last February, I asked the Minister a question about this and the reply that was following the public consultation, there were discussions going on with all the interested parties and at European level, and officials would bring all that information to her. She said that she would prepare proposals "in the near future". It seems from the Minister of State's reply that little progress has been made. He described the problem but he did not say what the Minister or the Department will do. Is it the intention to legislate? If so, when can we expect legislation?

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