Malcolm Noonan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

These amendments relate to archaeological objects. The primary amendment to section 99 provides that where the board of the National Museum intends to dispose of an archaeological object found during an activity licensable under the Bill, the board must first consult with the Minister before making its decision. Introducing such a consultation requirement is consistent with the Minister being the licensing authority for the archaeological excavation and related licensable activities. Additional amendments relating to reports of finds of archaeological objects are also provided for here.