A joint North-South study into the feasibility of a natural gas interconnector between Dublin and Belfast has been carried out. The report of the study concluded that a natural gas interconnector is technically possible and represents the most cost-effective means of the potential solutions considered in relation to gas supply issues for both sides of the Border.
Because of the continuing high growth in gas demand I have launched a study of future gas needs to the year 2025 to ensure that any necessary infrastructural development is identified and put in place in good time. The findings of the North-South study are being examined as part of the gas demand study.