Role
Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications
From Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications
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From Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications
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The Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications is democratically accountable for policy and activity in the department. The Minister is responsible for the implementation of government policies under the jurisdiction of the department, and is responsible to Dáil Éireann for the effective administration of the Department.
The Minister brings appropriate legislation and information to government and answers to the Dáil through parliamentary questions and other means.
The Minister also represents the Irish government in relevant European Union Councils and other international fora.