The guidelines for wind farms date from 2006. They have not kept up with advancements in technology. I am receiving representations from every corner of my constituency in relation to the inadequacy of guidelines for wind farms. Renewable energy is absolutely essential-----

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-----and we cannot regulate it out of existence, either for solar, wind or anaerobic digesters. Last year the Tánaiste said that the Government was listening and would revise the 2006 guidelines. Last night the Taoiseach gave a commitment to the Fianna Fáil Parliamentary Party that we would see draft guidelines for wind turbines next year. Setback distances, noise control and flicker must be part of this. Will the Tánaiste commit on the floor of the Dáil today that we will see draft guidelines for wind farms? Furthermore, can we get a commitment-----

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Deputy Lawless gets enough time in this House.

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I have my time and I will not be interrupted.

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Deputy Lawless and his party get more time than anyone else here, as glorified Independents-----

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-----and I will take my time to represent my constituents.

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Will the Tánaiste also commit-----

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I am speaking for the people of north Tipperary-----

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-----and north-west Kilkenny right now.

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I do not need Deputy Lawless to speak for them.

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He can stand up here as a glorified independent and do what he will but I will speak for the people I represent and I will not be shouted down.

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Can I also get a commitment from the Tánaiste on guidelines for offshore wind farms? They are absolutely essential and have to be the future.

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