Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 June 2022
239. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his Department's procedure for informing the public of the receipt of foreshore applications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31168/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department has responsibility for foreshore licensing functions in respect of designated harbour centres, activities wholly or primarily for the use, development or support of aquaculture, and activities which are wholly or primarily for the use, development, or support of wild fisheries.
Applications for Foreshore licences are considered in accordance with the provisions of the 1933 Foreshore Act and applicable EU legislation. The licensing process involves consultation with a wide range of scientific and technical advisers as well various consultees and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage which is a statutory requirement. The legislation also provides for a period of public consultation. This period of public consultation is advertised in a newspaper, which circulates in the area close to the application site. Details of the site and purpose of the application are included in this advertisement. At the time of public consultation the Foreshore application and supporting documentation is made available for physical inspection at the appropriate local Garda Station.
