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Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 June 2022

Tuesday, 21 June 2022

Ceisteanna (153)

Johnny Mythen

Ceist:

153. Deputy Johnny Mythen asked the Minister for Transport if he has had discussions with Irish Rail regarding the designation of Rosslare Europort as Ireland’s offshore renewable energy hub; the plans that are in place to support Rosslare Europort to prepare for an offshore renewable energy hub; the budget that has been allocated for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32643/22]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Transport

As the Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day operation of public transport companies. 

The issues raised by the Deputy in relation to the possible creation of an offshore renewable energy hub at Rosslare are an operational matter for the company and I have therefore forwarded the Deputy's questions to Iarnród Éireann 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