Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael)

When discussing the Garda Síochána Bill, the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform said he would come back to the House and outline his proposals in regard to the regulations for the Garda reserve force. This is an opportune time for the Minister to come back to the House and outline those proposals in order that we could debate them.

The position regarding An Bord Pleanála also presents an opportune time for a resumed debate on planning.

Members from both sides of the House have spoken about recent decisions by An Bord Pleanála. The Government has recently decided to give An Bord Pleanála even greater powers through the Planning and Development (Strategic Infrastructure) Bill. When will this Bill come before the House?