Brian Leddin (Limerick City, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

I thank Mr. Finnegan. Mr. Ryan should feel free to come in at any point. Are there any more questions from members? We have concluded that element of our hearing today. We will not adjourn because the officials who are due to speak to the other legislative proposals are with us already.

Mr. Regan and Mr. Brady are very welcome. I do not need to read the note on privilege again. We have just about two hours from now to conclude the meeting. If we stick to the two-minute rule we should have plenty of time for a back and forth discussion with the officials. Is that agreed? Agreed.

COM (2021) 803 is a proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and Council on common rules for the internal markets in renewable and natural gases and hydrogen. COM (2021) 804 is a proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and Council on the internal markets for renewable and natural gases and hydrogen. COM (2021) 805 is a proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and Council on methane emissions reduction in the energy sector and amending regulation. Following the engagement of this committee, this committee will make a decision on whether it is necessary that a reasoned opinion is sent to the Dáil on these particular proposals. Mr. Regan has an opening statement.