Frank Crowley
Ceist:66 Mr. Crowley asked the Minister for Energy if he will consider extending the capacity of the gas interconnector in order to facilitate sales of gas to Northern Ireland.
Written Answers. - Gas Interconnector.
The Interconnector Project Management Group are considering a number of possible route options for the pipeline which could afford the possibility of a spurline to serve Northern Ireland. Sub-sea surveys of these routes will commence shortly.
The Project Management Group are maintaining close contact with the Northern Ireland authorities with a view to accommodating likely gas demand in the North.