Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 January 2022
1996. Deputy Violet-Anne Wynne asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when the external regulatory review of the licensing process for forestry will be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2067/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe regulatory review of the licensing process is an important initiative which is being carried by a consultant with legal and environmental expertise, under the auspices of Project Woodland. As you may be aware Project Woodland was launched in February, 2021 and aims to improve the forestry licensing system as well as developing a shared vision for woodland creation in Ireland.
The regulatory review is assessing the existing statutory framework for the licensing of forestry activities in relation to environmental and public participation obligations in order that practical advice can be provided to the Department on how to work more efficiently within the existing legal framework. That report is expected at end February.
