Committee Stage Current 27th Seanad 42/2023

Climate Action and Biodiversity (Mandates of Certain Organisations) Bill 2023

Climate & Environment

Sponsor: Alice-Mary Higgins
Introduced: 11 May 2023
Last updated: 5 Mar 2025

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Amends the Turf Development Act 1946 to add climate action and biodiversity protection to Bord na Móna's official mandate and functions.
Amends the Forestry Act 1988 to add climate action and biodiversity protection to Coillte's official mandate and functions.
Changes what these organisations are legally required to pursue, embedding environmental goals into their core responsibilities.

Stage timeline

First Stage 26th Seanad

11 May 2023
Second Stage 26th Seanad

11 May 2023
Committee Stage 27th Seanad

4 Mar 2025