Malcolm Noonan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

-----a nature restoration plan and it is important that people are aware of that. Again, I welcome what has largely been a constructive debate. I welcome the fact we can debate it in a mature way and give assurances. This is a much broader issue than just agricultural lands or annexe 1 habitats. It is far-reaching. It is going to involve participation of local government and of many stakeholders. It is critically important we work collaboratively to do this. We are already beginning the process of looking at shaping the public consultation and engagement with stakeholders. I have met farm organisations, and will continue to do so as long as I am in office, to discuss this and allay their fears. I say specifically that farmers have nothing to fear at all from the nature restoration plan, absolutely nothing.

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