Bernard Allen
Question:117 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Energy if he proposes to introduce a scheme whereby people will be encouraged, by means of grant aid, to install a gas supply to their homes, thus helping to reduce air pollution.
Written Answers. - Gas Installation Grant Aid.
I do not intend to introduce a grant aid scheme as suggested by the Deputy. Regulation of air quality is a matter for the Minister for the Environment.
Bord Gáis Éireann operate promotional schemes to encourage potential customers to change over to natural gas. These are commercial arrangements and are decided on by Bord Gáis Éireann in the context of their marketing strategy.