Question 1

What does the Horticultural Peat (Temporary Measures) Bill 2021 do?

Accepted Answer

Exempts peat extraction for horticulture from planning permission and environmental licensing requirements for a temporary period to address supply shortages. Treats peat extraction for horticulture as an established activity; operators must apply for licences but face no enforcement action during exemption period. Minister must review the exemption within two years and may extend it, but cannot extend beyond 2030.

Question 2

What stage is the Horticultural Peat (Temporary Measures) Bill 2021 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 28 Mar 2025, the Horticultural Peat (Temporary Measures) Bill 2021 is at Second Stage in 26th Seanad. 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 Horticultural Peat (Temporary Measures) Bill 2021?

Accepted Answer

The Horticultural Peat (Temporary Measures) Bill 2021 was sponsored by Micheál Carrigy, and was introduced on 23 Nov 2021.

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