Question 1

What does the Forestry (Critical Infrastructure) (Amendment) Bill 2026 do?

Accepted Answer

Amends Forestry Act 2014 to establish statutory minimum corridor widths for water mains, gas lines, and electricity lines crossing forestry lands. Increases minimum centre width for 10kV and 38kV power lines from 20 meters to 55 meters to ensure safe operation and maintenance. Provides legally binding clearance requirements to protect critical infrastructure where it traverses or adjoins forestry lands.

Question 2

What stage is the Forestry (Critical Infrastructure) (Amendment) Bill 2026 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 17 Jun 2026, the Forestry (Critical Infrastructure) (Amendment) Bill 2026 is at Second Stage in 34th Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Forestry (Critical Infrastructure) (Amendment) Bill 2026?

Accepted Answer

The Forestry (Critical Infrastructure) (Amendment) Bill 2026 was sponsored by Martin Kenny, and was introduced on 16 Jun 2026.

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