Electricity Transmission Network

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 October 2013

Tuesday, 15 October 2013

Questions (195)

Seán Crowe

Question:

195. Deputy Seán Crowe asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the reason EirGrid proposed super pylons section of Grid 25 in Kildare South are not being buried underground; and if he has discussed this issue with the local community who have serious concerns about living close to these pylons. [43255/13]

Written answers

Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources

This is an operational matter for EirGrid and not one in which I, as Minister, have a role or function.

Question No. 196 answered with Question No. 192.