Litter Pollution (Amendment) Bill 2022

Public bill · Private Member · Introduced

The bill would update Ireland’s litter laws by sharply increasing the fines for dog fouling and related litter offences, with the aim of making the penalties strong enough to deter the behaviour. It also includes transition arrangements so the change can be put into effect smoothly. The point is to tackle a public health hazard and help keep streets and public places cleaner.

Formal long title

Bill entitled an Act to amend the Litter Pollution Act 1997 to provide for public health and cleaner streets.

Last updated 25 June 2026