Clare Daly (Dublin Fingal, Independent)
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69. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if he will fast track the legislation to introduce a permanent ban on the dangerous practice of hydraulic fracturing here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13880/17]

Seán Kyne (Galway West, Fine Gael)
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There is a Private Members Bill to introduce a prohibition of the exploration and extraction of onshore petroleum being considered by the Oireachtas.  The Bill has passed its second stage reading in Dáil Eireann. While the passing of all legislation is a matter for the Oireachtas, the Government has indicated its support for the objective of the Bill.

There is no proposed alternative Government Bill to introduce a ban on fracking.