242. Deputy Marc Ó Cathasaigh asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the position regarding the Environmental Impact Assessment (Agriculture) Regulations review in relation to hedgerows; its planned timeline for publication; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40755/24]

As part of the review process for the Environmental Impact Assessment (Agriculture) Regulations, a public consultation was conducted in 2023.  A total of 64 submissions was received and reviewed in response to that public consultation. Submissions were from statutory agencies, NGOs, farming organisations, farmers, and members of the public.

My department is at present examining these submissions to inform the next steps.