Major changes to the country's planning laws were approved by cabinet yesterday.
Concern has been raised by some Green Party representatives over plans approved by cabinet yesterday, which will see an overhaul of the planning system.
The draft legislation will see major changes made to the planning process, with decisions expected to be sped-up considerably.
A number of Green Party Ministers are believed to be concerned about the potential limitations to public participation in decision making - including limitations around access to justice.
Green Party Councillor and Architect Louise Heavin says she would like to see the public getting involved before legal issues are at play:
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