Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 17 May 2006
224 Mr. Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Transport the way in which his Department is checking the effects of climate change on major infrastructural projects; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18843/06]
Amharc ar fhreagraA core principle underpinning all of our transport policies is that they should support sustainable development, defined as development which contributes now, and in the future, to economic growth, social cohesion and protection of the environment. All major transport projects are subject to environmental impact assessment, in accordance with the relevant EU Directives.
