Peter Barry
Question:168 Mr. Barry asked the Minister for Energy if Ireland's reserves of oil meet EC requirements.
Written Answers. - Oil Reserves.
In accordance with EC Directive 68/414/EEC, as amended, Ireland is obliged to hold 90 days' strategic reserves of crude oil and/or petroleum products. On average over the last year, Irish reserve levels reported to the EC in accordance with this directive are as follows:
|
Motor Spirit |
85 days |
|
Middle Distillates |
61 days |
|
Fuel Oil |
125 days |