Forestry Sector

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 November 2023

Tuesday, 7 November 2023

Ceisteanna (187)

Matt Carthy

Ceist:

187. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence his Department’s targets for the issuing of forestry licences in 2023 and 2024; the number issued to date in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47793/23]

Freagraí scríofa

Tánaiste and Minister for Defence

I am advised that the Department has not issued any forestry licences in 2023, and has no plans to issue any licences in 2024 as the majority of land holdings are active military ranges.