Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 May 2022
79. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if he will detail the soil, water and gravel samples conducted to date by Geological Survey Ireland in partnership with Joyce Country and Western Lakes Geopark Project in Connemara and Joyce Country; the results of those samples; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27511/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraScientific research at this level is not part of the Geopark development project led by Geological Survey Ireland and funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development. Establishment of a Geopark is based on geology of international importance of a region. It enhances the tourism, cultural, and community business potential based on the geological and physical features of a region. No gravel, soil, nor water samples were taken in partnership with Joyce Country and Western Lakes Geopark project in Connemara and Joyce Country.
