The Independent deputy also feels it'll impact the rural economy negatively.
A new forestry bill doesn't get to the root of the problems facing the sector.
Laois/Offaly independent TD Carol Nolan also feels it'll impact the rural economy negatively.
Her concerns centre around a provision that's been removed, meaning people living hundreds of miles away can still submit an objection to a development.
Deputy Nolan doesn't accept the inclusion of their amendment's would have slowed down the planning process:
Laois Women’s Quilt And Antarctic Adventures To Take Centre Stage At Midlands Science Festival
Singer Tolu Makay Brings National Tour Home To Offaly
Irish Rail Appeals For Public Help After Midlands Train Vandalism
Revenue Officers Seize Contraband Worth €169k
Fabric Of Change Launches Week-Long Fashion Pop-Up In The Midlands
Offaly Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses After Church Break In
Two Cars Seized In Midlands During Garda Tyre Safety Crackdown
Offaly Woman Crowned Ms Ireland