The Irish Independent reports, if passed, the legislation could allow them to stop vehicles, confiscate unapproved fuels, and, in some cases, raid private homes.
Smoky coal, poorly dried timber and most turf release high levels of smoke and particulate matter into the air - which travels deep into the lungs.
Nearly 1,600 premature deaths in Ireland are linked to polluted air.
Education Minister Hails Coláiste Bhríde as 'True Community Hub' for South Wicklow
Minister Hildegarde Naughton visits Carnew school to celebrate its central role serving 15 feeder schools across the region
Bray Dip for Jigsaw Returns This Weekend
Funds raised support Jigsaw’s free services for young people in Co. Wicklow.
Criminal Legal Aid Certificates Tumble In Bray Following Introduction Of Legal Aid Scheme
Minister's scheme blamed for dramatic drop leaving defendants without representation
Unidentified Drone Spotted Off Wicklow Coast As Trump Visit Looms
Calls For M11 Resurfacing Rethink Over Noise Concerns
'We have a very clear and reasonable request being made here' says Sinn Féin TD John Brady.
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