Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

On the question about the Government's energy policy, the Minister is preparing a policy proposal for consideration by Government on energy requirements to 2020 and beyond. A considerable effort will be made to improve security of supply by the increased use of indigenous sources of energy where that can be arranged and where it is feasible and viable.

The recent budget contained initiatives on biofuels and alternative energy sources. Excise duty relief and grant aid have been provided in a way which merits support and consideration.

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