Second Stage Current 34th Dáil 31/2026

Antarctic Treaty (Accension and Implementation) Bill 2026

Foreign Affairs & EU Climate & Environment

Sponsor: Malcolm Byrne
Introduced: 18 Mar 2026
Last updated: 20 Mar 2026

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Ireland will join the Antarctic Treaty (1959) and related agreements, including environmental protections added in 1991.
The bill enables Ireland to become a member state with rights and responsibilities under these international Antarctic agreements.
Legislation will be introduced to implement Ireland's obligations under the Antarctic Treaty system in Irish law.

Stage timeline

First Stage 34th Dáil

18 Mar 2026
Second Stage 34th Dáil

18 Mar 2026