First Stage Lapsed 32nd Dáil 36/2016

Petroleum and Other Minerals Development (Amendment) Bill 2016

Climate & Environment Business & Regulation

Sponsor: Martin Kenny
Introduced: 2 Jun 2016
Last updated: 14 Nov 2024

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Bans unconventional gas exploration and extraction (fracking) in Ireland.
Requires public consultation and 'social clauses' before granting oil/gas leases.
Mandates annual Oireachtas Joint Committee review of all active leases.

Stage timeline

First Stage 32nd Dáil

2 Jun 2016