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Noise Pollution

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 June 2016

Wednesday, 15 June 2016

Questions (202)

Joan Burton

Question:

202. Deputy Joan Burton asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the efforts he will make to address the concerns of residents in the Hollystown, Mulhuddart, Ladyswell and Tyrellstown areas of County Dublin at the impact of the north runway in Dublin Airport, specifically increased noise pollution; if he has discussed this directly with the Dublin Airport Authority; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16138/16]

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As the Deputy is aware, daa has a statutory responsibility to manage, operate and develop Dublin Airport including the provision of infrastructure necessary to meet existing and future demand, such as the North Runway project.

I welcome daa's stated commitment to work closely with all stakeholders, including local residents and community groups, in relation to the North Runway project. I understand that daa has already met with local residents to discuss the project and that further engagement is planned.

Regarding the issue of noise, new EU legislation in this area enters into force this month. EU Regulation 598/14 concerns the introduction of noise-related operating restrictions at EU airports. This regulation sets out the process to be followed when deciding on noise-related operating restrictions and involves consideration of all potential aircraft noise mitigation measures.  The regulation provides for consultation with interested parties, including local residents living in the vicinity of the airport.

The new noise regulation presents an opportunity to establish a modern cohesive and measured approach to the management of noise at Irish airports which is capable of delivering the best outcome for all stakeholders, including the communities referred to by the Deputy at Dublin Airport. 

My Department along with the Office of the Attorney General and the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government are now engaged in discussions on the technical details of the appropriate implementation of the Regulation.

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