Debate contribution: Environmental Protection Agency

Debate contribution by Mr Gerry Carroll on 9 March 2026.

MLA: Mr Gerry Carroll
Party at the time: People Before Profit Alliance
Date: 9 March 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Environmental Protection Agency
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5453428

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Thank you, Minister. Obviously, time is of the essence, because the environment is slowly being killed. In theory, any legislation or ministerial decision could be challenged in court, so I do not think that, in a general sense, that should be used as an excuse for inaction. To clarify your earlier answer, will you move at speed to establish an environmental protection agency (EPA)?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 3254/22-27.

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