Alice-Mary Higgins (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I have one small question and I will then raise a technical matter. On amendment No. 12 specifically, I accept the wording is probably stronger than amendment No. 14. Amendment No. 12 states: "such determination is published and made available as part of the consultation notified on the proposed extension". The Minister of State mentioned publication. Can he again clarify that when a determination is made, for example, when it is not believed that a strategic environmental assessment or appropriate assessment is needed, where that would be published? Can he also clarify that it will be made clear there will be consultation with the public in respect of any determination made? The Minister of State mentioned it in passing, but I ask him to restate it because it will address my concern in amendment No. 12(b).

On a technical matter, the Government amendments might need to be formally moved.