Mr. Dermot Nolan:

I accept that. Both the ESB and Bord Gáis are involved in generation and supply. For good or ill, the supply side of Bord Gáis is up for sale and supposed to be sold next year; presumably, it will be privatised. There was mention of the sale of the ESB, but that is a matter for policy makers and the Government. The only issue of concern is that in the generation market the ESB probably still has a bigger share than what we think is good for competition. However, that is a policy matter and it is up to the Government to decide what it wants to do. I cannot offer any other view. All I can or should say is that I think the network should remain in State ownership.

I will pass over to my colleague, Mr. Blaney, who will deal with the issue of renewables.