Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

As the Deputy articulated, significant changes have occurred in recent years. Working in conjunction with the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications, our Department has been trying to arrive at a response that is fair to communities. We are clear on the need for communities to have protection, but we must ensure a balance so that we also meet our renewable energy targets. The work is still ongoing, but it is very technical. The changes in respect of the noise issue comprise the last major piece of the jigsaw that we are trying to connect. External consultants are giving advice to the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications in that regard. I hope that we will arrive at a finalised document later this year.

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