Michael Ring
Question:
139
Mr. Ring
asked the
Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources
if it is his intention to grant a petroleum lease based on incomplete environmental impact statements, as issued to Mayo County Council, An Taisce, and the general public, on the Corrib gas field, in view of the fact that the licensing terms for offshore oil and gas exploration and section 27 developments stipulate that an outline statement of the likely effects of the proposed development on the environment is necessary before the granting of a petroleum lease; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
[7477/01]