Climate Bill amendments welcome but 'serious issues' remain for farmers 

Aim is to ensure Ireland's climate ambitions are realised 
Minister Eamon Ryan has accepted a number of amendments to the Climate Action Bill. Picture: Julien Behal/PA Wire. 

Minister Eamon Ryan has accepted a number of amendments to the Climate Action Bill. Picture: Julien Behal/PA Wire. 

Four amendments to the Climate Action Bill, two relating to carbon removals, one deleting the definition of climate justice in the bill and one change to the long title of the bill, have been accepted by the Government.

The Bill is very clear that carbon removals will be taken into account as part of Ireland’s transition to achieve a climate-neutral economy.

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