7I.—(1) Where the Minister makes an order under section 7E(1)(a) confirming a drainage scheme, the Commissioners shall—

(a) comply with the conditions, if any, imposed under section 7E(1A), and

(b) implement the features of the EIA drainage scheme (if any), or measures envisaged (if any), to avoid, prevent, reduce and, where possible, offset the significant adverse effects (if any) of the drainage scheme on the environment.

(2) It shall be an offence for the Commissioners to fail to comply with—

(a) subsection (1)(a),

(b) subsection (1)(b), or

(c) section 7H(8).

(3) Where the Commissioners commit an offence under subsection (2), they shall be liable—

(a) on summary conviction, to a class A fine, or

(b) on conviction on indictment, to a fine not exceeding €500,000.]