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

This anomaly in the legislation must be addressed urgently, as it is effectively allowing an open season for illegal dumping, including fly tipping, at a time when our citizens are reliant on these tracks and trails. The plan is to address the anomaly in the circular economy Bill. This will help to ensure that the processing of personal data, including video evidence, can be carried out by local authorities with an objective of trying to stop the scourge of illegal dumping. As the Taoiseach knows, however, the pandemic will be over by the time the councils have the tools to enforce the law. I ask that he facilitate the early passage of the Labour Party's Bill in Seanad Éireann, which would close off this loophole and include an amendment that would facilitate the practical implementation of the current law, which allows for the confiscation of vehicles used in this activity. Unless we act immediately and hit those people who are carrying out these acts of economic and environmental treason where it hurts them the most, we will all suffer.

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