Critical Infrastructure Bill 2026

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• Government can declare certain projects and programmes as 'critical infrastructure' by official order.
• Public bodies must follow new duties when working on critical infrastructure; Minister can issue binding directions.
• Changes how climate law applies to critical infrastructure projects; other related provisions included.

Stage timeline

1. First Stage 34th Dáil

   9 Apr 2026
2. Second Stage 34th Dáil

   14 Apr 2026
3. Report Stage 34th Dáil

   22 Apr 2026
4. Committee Stage 34th Dáil

   22 Apr 2026
5. Fifth Stage 34th Dáil

   13 May 2026
6. Second Stage 27th Seanad

   20 May 2026
7. Committee Stage 27th Seanad

   20 May 2026