Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael)
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The review and consolidation of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) is progressing in line with the timeline set out by the Office of the Attorney General, who is leading on the project. A Bill is expected to be brought to Government by the end of the year. The Attorney General has established a working group of planning law experts to assist him with the review and there is ongoing, intensive engagement between the working group and my Department.

The Planning Advisory Forum which I Chair plays an important role in contributing to the emerging policy considerations of the Review and consists of a wide stakeholder membership with representatives from a broad range of sectors, including the public sector, business, environmental, social and knowledge based sectors.

My Department has also met with members of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Housing, Local Government and Heritage on three occasions to date to discuss emerging themes from the Review.  There will be further engagement with both the JOC and the Planning Advisory Forum as the Review progresses over the coming weeks.