Marine Protected Areas

Wednesday, 5 February 2025

Ceisteanna (597)

Jennifer Whitmore

Ceist:

597. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to provide an update on marine protected area legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2700/25]

Amharc ar fhreagra

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage

The Marine Protected Areas Bill is at an advanced stage of drafting. It is my intention to seek government approval to publish the Bill in the first half of this year.