Niamh Smyth
Ceist:282. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to an issue in relation to fast car chargers (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29528/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 14 June 2022
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Freagraí scríofa
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for the policy framework and strategy in relation to the provision of public chargepoints. My Department recently published its draft EV Charging Infrastructure Strategy, which can be viewed online.
The issue raised is an operational matter for ESB Networks, which operates the chargepoint referred to by the Deputy, and I have therefore forwarded her question to that company for direct reply.
Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Order 51.
We have a fast charger in Cavan and are in the early stages of upgrading this charger as part of the CAF project. The new charger will double both the speed and capacity at that location and allow EVs to charge simultaneously.
We are also in commercial discussions with a third party around the provision of a HPC Tier 3 hub site in the town. We are hopeful of a positive outcome to these negotiations and will keep the Dept informed on progress in this regard.