Written answers
Tuesday, 21 March 2023
Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine
Turf Cutting
Brendan Griffin (Kerry, Fine Gael)
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1536. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if clarification will be provided on a matter (details supplied) in relation to the cutting of bogs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12402/23]
Charlie McConalogue (Donegal, Fianna Fail)
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The Department of Agriculture Food and the Marine does not have a role in the regulation of cutting of bogs. The Regulation on supply and peat extraction falls under planning regulations and is covered by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Cutting of Bogs above certain size thresholds may also require licensing by the EPA.
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