Darren O'Rourke (Meath East, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Gabhaim buíochas leis an Aire. In fairness, I recognise the part played by him and the Irish officials in advancing the case for loss and damage. That is important.

A further issue has been highlighted from an Irish perspective by environmental NGOs and those working in the climate justice space. The Minister will be aware that the report published by Christian Aid and Trócaire, namely, The Cost of Inaction: Ireland's fair share of Loss & Damage finance, points towards a figure of €1.5 billion out to 2030. The commitment from Government is for €225 million to 2025. Is the Government aware of this report? Is it reassessing Ireland's fair share? Can we expect further commitment?

On the point relating to loss and damage funding not being under the umbrella of Overseas Development Aid, ODA, and the fact that it is dedicated funding, it is welcome that the funding from Ireland will be in the form of grants rather than loans. Will it be secure?

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