Micheál Martin, responding to warnings from the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council and Climate Change Advisory Council about potential fines for failing to meet climate targets, stressed the uncertainty of predictions and reaffirmed the government's commitment to climate objectives. While acknowledging the challenges posed by opposition to those measures, he highlighted ongoing initiatives, such as a significant retrofitting program and improvements in public transport usage. Environment Minister Darragh O'Brien echoed Martin's sentiments, downplaying the gravity of the consequences identified by advisory councils.
Micheál Martin expressed concern over the speculative nature of climate-related fines while emphasizing the government's commitment to achieving targets despite challenges.
Labour Party leader Ivana Bacik highlighted the disappearance of climate change messages from the Gov.ie website, questioning government transparency and commitment.
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