Conor Sheehan (Limerick City, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I am covering for Deputy Ahern. I thank the Cathaoirleach Gníomhach and welcome the Minister to his new role. This is my first time having an exchange with him in the House.

We know the Cabinet has approved the proposal to develop a State-led emergency gas reserve in the form of a floating storage regasification unit, FSRU. This will have the capacity to supply Ireland's entire gas demand for seven days. We do not believe the Shannon LNG terminal is necessary or prudent. I ask the Minister if he will intervene to stop the construction of this terminal and make a statement on the matter.

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