Mr. Jeremy Godfrey:

Under the current legislation we operate under, we are able to set targets for the installation of voice lines but not for broadband lines. Eir meets the targets for provision of voice service in places like Ballincollig, where the Deputy is talking about. Under the new electronic communications code, which will be transposed into Irish law shortly, it will be possible to designate universal service providers for what is called adequate broadband. The issue can be dealt with under that new law when it comes into force.