Question 1

What does the Industrial Development (Amendment) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2026 do?

Accepted Answer

Raises technology acquisition grant thresholds to €7.5 million individual and €15 million aggregate, allowing IDA Ireland and Enterprise Ireland to approve grants without Government approval up to these limits. Allows IDA Ireland and Enterprise Ireland to establish joint-owned companies with third parties to develop property projects, and to provide environmental and consultancy grants on their own terms. Removes petroleum-spirit definition from dangerous substances law, replacing it with broader 'fuel' definition to extend storage licensing requirements to more flammable liquids.

Question 2

What stage is the Industrial Development (Amendment) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2026 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 8 May 2026, the Industrial Development (Amendment) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2026 is at First 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 Industrial Development (Amendment) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2026?

Accepted Answer

The Industrial Development (Amendment) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2026 was sponsored by Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, and was introduced on 6 May 2026.

Industrial Development (Amendment) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2026

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