Seanad debates
Wednesday, 5 November 2003
Waste Management: Statements.
Turning back to the implementation related theme of my contribution, the final priority issue I wish to touch on concerns the implementation of waste legislation. Instances of illegal dumping, some on an apparently significant scale, have come to my attention and have highlighted the need for a much more concerted effort to enforce the waste code. Having introduced a number of stronger enforcement powers under the Protection of the Environment Act 2003, the Minister recently announced the establishment of a new Office of Environmental Enforcement. Located within the Environmental Protection Agency, the new office will have a broad remit as regards the enforcement of environmental legislation, both directly and through local authorities, but its initial activities will focus on the waste area in particular.
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