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AQW 27174/22-27 Written question to the Minister for the Economy

To ask the Minister for the Economy (i) for an update on the review of the minerals licensing policy and the associated regulatory framework; and (ii) to outline when this will be finalised.

Asked by Kate Nicholl MLA on 15 May 2025

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Tabled
15 May 2025
Answer due by
2 June 2025
Answered
2 June 202518 days after tabling
Department
Department for the Economy
Priority question
No

Answer

The review of mineral licensing policy, which is currently enshrined in the Minerals Development Act (Northern Ireland) 1969, is ongoing. The next steps are a Strategic Environmental Assessment and a Call for Evidence. My Department is proceeding with the review as quickly as possible

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