Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Tuesday, 7 Oct 2003

Vol. 571 No. 4

Written Answers. - Offshore Exploration.

Brian O'Shea

Ceist:

168 Mr. O'Shea asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the information available to his Department regarding the proposed development of the Corrib gas field; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22058/03]

Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources (Mr. D. Ahern)

In the light of An Bord Pleanála's decision we understand that Enterprise Energy Ireland Limited is re-evaluating all options in relation to the Corrib gas field development. This reconsideration of development options is at present ongoing.