There were several important legislative changes which were
published over the course of March 2025. Below is an overview of
the key updates across different areas.
From an environmental perspective, on the 11th of
March 2025, the Environmental Permitting (Procedure for
Applications and their Determination) Regulations, 2025 were
published. These regulations provide a clear framework for
environmental permits, laying down the thresholds and procedures
applicable in this regard. Further to this, they serve as guidance
for the Environment and Resources Authority to authorise and
regulate any activity, operation, or intervention that may have an
effect on the environment.
Several legal notices were issued that impact investment
services and financial regulations. The Investment Services Act
(Alternative Investment Fund Manager) (Passport) (Amendment)
Regulations, 2025, published on the 18th of March 2025,
transpose Article 33(2)(a) of Directive 2011/61/EU on