Northern Ireland’s environment - background and potential ‘Brexit’ considerations

Synopsis: This paper considers some of the areas under environment that may be impacted by leaving the European Union. It does this by identifying some of the main EU legislation in each area and briefly outlining how the legislation is transposed in Northern Ireland. It also notes possible questions for DAERA and the UK Government in light of the considerations raised.

Date: 23 September 2016

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