Biodiversity citizens' assembly
Deputy Matthews welcomed the announced biodiversity citizens' assembly and asked for a timeline and supports. The Taoiseach said it was intended to begin in April and would go before the Business Committee soon.
I was delighted to see the announcement of a citizens' assembly on biodiversity last week. It is a core issue and of primary importance to us in the Green Party. It is also important for anybody who has care and consideration for future generations and the environment they will grow up in here in Ireland. Will the Taoiseach provide a timeline on when the assembly will commence and report to the Oireachtas? Will he ensure the supports will be in place for that citizens' assembly to carry out that vital work?