Climate Action and Low Carbon Development Act 2015

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Matters of which account is to be taken, and consultation, for the purposes of sections 5 and 6

7. (1) For the purposes of performing their functions under sections 5 and 6 , the Minister and the Government shall take account of the following matters:

(a) the need to have regard to—

(i) any existing obligation of the State under the law of the European Union or any international agreement referred to in section 2 , and

(ii) any likely future adaptation commitments of the State;

(b) the need to promote sustainable development;

(c) the need to achieve the objectives of a national adaptation framework at the least cost to the national economy and adopt measures that are cost-effective and do not impose an unreasonable burden on the Exchequer;

(d) relevant scientific or technical advice;

(e) the findings of any relevant research on the effectiveness of mitigation measures and adaptation measures;

(f) where sectoral adaptation plans have been approved by the Government under section 6 , the most recent approved sectoral adaptation plans;

(g) where a national adaptation framework has been approved by the Government under section 5 , the most recent approved national adaptation framework; and

(h) any recommendations or advice of the Advisory Council.

(2) (a) For the purposes of performing their functions under sections 5 and 6 , the Government may consult with the Advisory Council.

(b) For the purpose of performing his or her functions under sections 5 and 6 , the Minister shall consult with the Advisory Council.