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

I am absolutely aware of the urgency. The position was the same when I entered the Department. I have brought a sense of urgency to this matter also but, unfortunately, it is beyond our control. I say that genuinely because, in addition to there being another Department involved, there is the difficulty that we may require another strategic environmental assessment given the technicality of the noise measurements. That is going to take a significant period if it is required. As soon as I have an update – it was only last week that we had a meeting about this in the Department – I will revert to the Deputy in writing. I understand her concerns, however. They are genuine. I hear about them in my community also.

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