Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 May 2022
237. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if there are plans to scrap An Bord Pleanála and to put a new system in place (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26430/22]
View answerI have no such intentions in relation to An Bord Pleanála.
I am aware of allegations which have been made in relation to a Board member of An Bord Pleanála and understand that those allegations are denied by the Board member concerned. I have appointed Mr. Remy Farrell, Senior Counsel to examine those allegations, in accordance with a Terms of Reference published on May 12th, and to provide a report to me. I will consider the Senior Counsel's report, when submitted, and determine further measures, if appropriate.
