Electricity Imports

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 February 2013

Tuesday, 5 February 2013

Ceisteanna (542)

Michael Colreavy

Ceist:

542. Deputy Michael Colreavy asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his plans to import electricity using the proposed interconnector between Ireland and Britain; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5933/13]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources

The electricity interconnector between Ireland and Britain is owned by EirGrid, an independent commercial State body and I have no role or function in its day to day operation.

Questions Nos. 543 to 545, inclusive, answered with Question No. 539.