Timmy Dooley (Clare, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Therein lies the problem. In my view there is a mismatch with the skills set of Mr. O'Connor. Undeniably, he is highly qualified and professional, and I am not casting any aspersion on him as an individual, but there is a mismatch between his suitability and the role in EirGrid. For that reason, we will not be in a position, unfortunately, to support his appointment. I do not say that lightly and it is not personal to Mr. O'Connor. I consider him highly qualified and there is no question about his integrity, but I believe his skills and experience are a mismatch for the role he must now undertake. However, I wish him well, whatever the outcome.