Hen Harriers

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 July 2021

Tuesday, 27 July 2021

Ceisteanna (603)

Carol Nolan

Ceist:

603. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if the hen harrier threat response plan has been published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39260/21]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage

The Hen Harrier Threat Response Plan has not been published. In June, the draft Plan was circulated to the Consultative Committee (comprising representatives from non-governmental organisations, academia and sectoral bodies) and their observations on the Plan sought.

Once that input has been received and taken account of, the processes for a Strategic Environmental Assessment and an Appropriate Assessment of the draft Plan will be initiated by my Department.

Once these assessment processes are completed, the draft Plan will be finalised and published.