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The Aarhus Convention National Implementation Report (NIR) is produced every 4 years in advance of the Meeting of the Parties to the Aarhus Convention which is scheduled for November 2025.
Information included in the report addresses Ireland’s performance in the implementation of the Convention. More specifically, detailed submissions are included on access to information, public participation and access to justice in relation to the environment. The report details the increased number of Access to Information requests received by public bodies, the activities of the Commissioner for Environmental Information (OCEI) and the initiation of the new planning and environmental court. The report also outlines the approach taken by public authorities in engaging with the public in relation to the taking of decisions which affect the environment.
This consultation seeks submissions on the Aarhus Convention NIR 2025.
Draft Aarhus Convention National Implementation Report (NIR) 2025
The document below provides an overview of the report and includes instructions on submission.
Public Consultation on the Aarhus Convention National Implementation Report (NIR) 2025 - Guidance Document
Draft Aarhus Convention National Implementation Report 2025 - TRACKED
The closing date for submissions is 5.30pm on Monday, 7 April 2025
Submissions should be sent by email to aarhus@decc.gov.ie or by post to:
Public Consultation on the Aarhus Convention National Implementation Report 2025
Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications
Tom Johnson House
Haddington Road
D04K7X4
Enquiries concerning this consultation can be made to aarhus@decc.gov.ie
We are committed to engaging with stakeholders in a clear, open and transparent manner. Any person or organisation can make a submission in relation to this consultation. We will consider all submissions and feedback before we publish the final version of the Review.
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