Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 July 2012
416 Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the number of applications submitted to him seeking permission to cut turf; the numbers on hand, rejected or approved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36358/12]
View answerSome 25 applications have been received in my Department for consent to cut turf within a raised bog Special Area of Conservation. They are currently being assessed. I expect recommendations will be made in relation to them in the near future. My Department will be in touch with the applicants shortly.
