Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 3 Feb 1998

Vol. 486 No. 3

Written Answers. - Outdoor Events Licensing.

Proinsias De Rossa

Question:

99 Proinsias De Rossa asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government if it is intended to introduce a new licensing system for outdoor music events; if it is expected that any new system will be ready in advance of the summer when these events are normally held; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2464/98]

Minister for the Environment and Local Government (Mr. Dempsey)

The possibility of introducing a new licensing system for outdoor events generally is currently being considered by my Department. It is unlikely that any such system will be in place by the summer.