Eamon Ryan (Dublin South, Green Party)

I remember talking to the investors at that time and I committed to maintaining a proper regulated market which would not treat one operator differently from another. In the long run, that is a much better investment environment. While certain decisions of the regulatory authority may be difficult, it is better to apply them across the board in order that there is not fear or favour in regard to one company over another. While I have sympathy for the case made, the consequences of starting to treat operators differently would be far more significant and, therefore, I cannot accept the amendments.

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