Regardless of whether we like it, we must have landfill sites, yet people believe they can be done without. Local authorities have been slow and have had difficulties getting suitable sites, so much so that private contractors are looking for planning permission for sites. We are informed that these private operators can cut through the red tape involved and get planning permission quickly. If permission is rushed through, there will be objections and appeals to An Bord Pleanála. It is better to have consultations such as those in which local authorities are involved. People are concerned that landfill sites will be located near houses and communities. However, it is proposed that they should located one mile from villages, communities or schools. That is a fair proposal. There are plenty of opportunities for landfill sites in rural areas. I hope we will see speedy action on this issue.