Brian Ó Domhnaill (Fianna Fail)

I thank the Minister of State for his response which I very much welcome. It is clear that the Department is considering the matter very seriously. Will the Minister of State convey the urgency of dealing with it to the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government? I appreciate the response and the action being taken. However, it is incumbent on all of us, as public representatives, to deal with the issue in a fast, effective and professional manner. This is being done but this planning matter could be expedited and incorporated in an amendment to the legislation which is before the Dáil.