Verona Murphy (Wexford, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I would have thought the idea of all the regulators I mentioned was that we would not be catching up because they would outline the problems and foresee the issues. Instead, every body I mentioned states that they have been brought to their attention. That is the reality of where we are. We are constantly behind the curve.

My group, the Regional Group, tabled a motion on energy, if the Government is concerned about blackouts. We asked that it would not deconstruct Derrybrien and that we pay the fine to the EU and continue with the energy supply to 40,000 homes that the 70 wind turbines would provide. We suggested reigniting Lanesborough and Shannonbridge power stations, none of which was taken on board. I do not understand why the regulator was on the radio this morning saying we are in danger of blackouts while the Tánaiste says it is unlikely and that we should not frighten people. Who is frightening the people? The inaction is frightening the people.

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