Robert Molloy
Question:58 Mr. Molloy asked the Minister for Transport, Energy and Communications if he is considering an application from the ESB for approval to proceed with the construction of additional capacity at Poolbeg gas-fired power station; if he will give details of this proposed expansion of the ESB's generating capacity; the way in which the granting of approval for such expansion would affect the introduction of competition in the generation of electricity in line with European Union Internal Market Competition requirements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2045/96]