Gay Mitchell
Question:87 Mr. G. Mitchell asked the Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources if he has received proposals for oil exploration off the east coast; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11478/01]
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87 Mr. G. Mitchell asked the Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources if he has received proposals for oil exploration off the east coast; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11478/01]
My Department has not received any proposals for oil exploration off the east coast. At present there are 20 exploration licences in place, none of which relates to blocks off the east coast.