Silvermines Hydro (SIGA)

What has changed on this project, and when

• Next milestone: Statutory permit application to An Coimisiún Pleanála2 November 2026 · previously: An Coimisiún Pleanála pre-application decision, reported as due by 24 Sep 2026
• Stage: In permit granting procedure (ABP permit granting process notification 27 Feb 2025); draft Concept for Public Participation 2nd edition Sep 20262 November 2026 · previously: Pre-application, An Coimisiún Pleanála case due to be decided by 24 Sep 2026
• Status: In development2 November 2026 · previously: At tender
• Value: Not disclosed2 November 2026 · previously: Not verified, see conflict note

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