Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 27 May 2021
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Forestry Sector
266. Deputy Michael Creed asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if a forestry licence application by a person (details supplied) will be expedited in view of the fact that an ecologist report has been submitted by the applicant. [28869/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraA Natura Impact Statement (NIS) for this application was received by officials on 11th May and will shortly be assigned to an ecologist.
We expect that an ecologist will complete their assessment within two to three months. The licence will then be returned to the Forestry District Inspector for their final review and recommendations. A decision should issue shortly afterwards.
