Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 12 June 2014
31. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the number of oil and gas drilling licences currently in operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24544/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn the addition to the three Petroleum Leases currently held, the following table outlines the Petroleum Authorisations currently extant in Ireland:
|
Authorisation Type |
Number in Operation |
|
Exploration Licence |
30 |
|
Licensing Option |
15 |
|
Petroleum Prospecting Licence |
12 |
|
Total |
57 |
Exploration is ongoing under these authorisations.
