Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)

Today the Minister said he will try to do something for householders who have high electricity bills but will invite options in three or four weeks' time. He is doing nothing for the businesses of the country which are overcharged for electricity. As a result, Ireland is an uncompetitive destination in terms of energy cost competitiveness. The Minister says he will continue as normal and we will stick with the energy regulation plan that has been there for the last ten years. No electricity cost adjustments will be made in response to a recession or as part of an economic recovery plan.

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