Mr. David Manning:

I will answer some of the questions about renewables. We have to achieve a 2020 target. The most efficient way to achieve that target is through onshore wind. Compared to other technologies such as offshore wind, which is highly cost-prohibitive, Ireland has a natural resource of which we must take advantage and I have no doubt that wind has a significant part to play. I share Deputy Mulherin's concern. The way social acceptance of the industry has moved in recent years, is worrying. Where wind farms were regarded favourably in the past, one can see in the media that there is much opposition to them currently.

However, in our view it is our best opportunity to deliver on 2020 targets. It is hugely favourable to communities. We have recently begun construction in Galway of the largest onshore wind farm. It will be an 18-month construction project. We plan to invest €280 million in it and there will be significant local employment in the building phase in particular. Three factors are essential for public acceptance, the first being early inclusion. Wind farm owners and operators are in this for the long term, whether that is 20 up to 50 years, and they are part of the community. Early engagement with communities in order to understand their needs and for them to understand the plan and to become involved, is very important. This is one area in which we all need to achieve a very high standard.