It’s being argued that newly-published legislation will provide the “perfect” solution to construction delays currently being seen in Clare.
Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan has tabled a bill intended to overhaul the judicial review process while “ensuring balance and protection of the common good”.
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Under the proposed changes, a judicial review can’t be sought on purely technical grounds, applicants can only claim costs where the final decision provides a significant benefit to them, and only those directly affected by the development can make an objection.
Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat Daly say the current system is a “joke” and displays a “mistrust” of local authority planners.
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