Seán Kyne (Galway West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Section 18A(4) states:

The Minister shall, in relation to the effects on the environment of the proposals arising from a review under subsection (1)—(a) carry out an assessment, including public consultation, under the European Communities (Environmental Assessment of Certain Plans and Programmes) Regulations 2004 (S.I. No. 435 of 2004), and(b) if it is required carry out any other —

(i) screening for an assessment, or

(ii) as the case may be for an assessment, including public consultation.

This section takes into account Senator Higgins's concerns, as expressed in her amendment.

Also any proposed review must have terms of reference before it takes place. This is also done for the 2014 review of the raised bogs. What the Senator is asking for is already covered under section 18A(4), which includes public consultation and environmental screening.