Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 February 2026
250. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment if he has conducted any analysis on the impact of the proposed changes to sustainability through the amalgamation of EU Life funding into European Competitiveness funding; if he will commit to any funding shortfalls; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6871/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraA review of the LIFE Programme in Ireland is expected to commence later this year and officials from my Department will review the findings of the report. Officials are also closely monitoring the ongoing negotiations on the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028–2034. Any recommendations that may arise from the report will have to take into consideration the outcome of the MFF negotiations and all, or any changes, made to the LIFE Programme.
I can confirm that all projects approved under the current LIFE Programme (2021–2027) are fully contracted and will continue to be centrally managed and financially supported by the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) until their completion regardless of the final shape of the next MFF.
Therefore, I am advised that there is no risk to existing Irish projects, or any potential Irish applicants in the 2026 and 2027 call, of a funding shortfall.
