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Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Energy Regulation (17 Jun 2014)

Pat Rabbitte: ...the responsibility of the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER), which is independent in the performance of its functions. I have no direct statutory function in relation to liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects, including specific projects like the Shannon LNG project. I and Government colleagues have consistently been supportive of the proposal by Shannon LNG to construct a LNG terminal...

Written Answers — Natural Gas Grid: Natural Gas Grid (25 Oct 2011)

Pat Rabbitte: ...of the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER), which is statutorily independent in the performance of its functions. I have no direct statutory function in relation to liquefied natural gas (or LNG) projects, including specific projects like the Shannon LNG project. I understand that Shannon LNG – a wholly owned subsidiary of the US firm Hess LNG – received full planning permission in...

Energy Projects (29 Nov 2011)

Pat Rabbitte: ..., which is statutorily independent in the performance of its functions. I have no direct statutory function for liquefied natural gas projects, including specific projects like the Shannon LNG project. I understand that Shannon LNG – a wholly owned subsidiary of the US firm Hess LNG – received full planning permission in 2008 for its proposed merchant development of a liquefied...

Written Answers — Gas Exploration: Gas Exploration (18 Jan 2012)

Pat Rabbitte: I have consistently welcomed the proposal by Shannon LNG to construct a LNG terminal near Ballylongford, County Kerry. Such a facility, together with the bringing onshore of Corrib Gas would provide important security of gas supply for Ireland. I met the promoters of the project soon after taking office last year and both my Department and the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) are in...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Energy Regulation (25 Mar 2014)

Pat Rabbitte: ...the responsibility of the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER), which is independent in the performance of its functions. I have no direct statutory function in relation to liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects, including the Shannon LNG project. Decisions on the regulatory treatment of the gas interconnectors and tariffing are statutorily matters for the CER under the Gas (Interim)...

Seanad: Alternative Energy Projects (16 May 2012)

Pat Rabbitte: I thank Senator Ned O'Sullivan for raising the matter. It is important for his part of the kingdom but also for the country as a whole. I have consistently welcomed the proposal from the Shannon LNG to construct an LNG terminal near Ballylongford, County Kerry. Such a facility, together with the bringing onshore of Corrib gas, would provide important security of gas supply for Ireland. I...

Shannon LNG Project (22 Feb 2012)

Pat Rabbitte: I thank the four Deputies for again giving me the opportunity to address Members of the House on this important issue. I have consistently welcomed the proposal by Shannon LNG to construct a liquefied natural gas, LNG, terminal near Ballylongford, County Kerry. Such a facility, together with the bringing onshore of Corrib gas, would provide important additional security in providing a gas...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Energy Resources (24 Jun 2014)

Pat Rabbitte: ...is, in the first instance, a matter between the project developer and the relevant planning authority, having regard to the overarching policy and regulatory framework. Concerning the Shannon LNG proposal, since 2002, the regulation of the gas market has been the responsibility of the CER which is independent in the performance of its functions. I and Government colleagues have...

Topical Issue Debate: Alternative Energy Projects (21 Jan 2014)

Pat Rabbitte: ...with Deputy Arthur Spring, both of whom have consistently engaged with me on this issue. At the outset, let me underline the Government's positive interest in the potential investment by Shannon LNG. While there is a great deal of misunderstanding of the role of the Minister, I want to express again my personal support to assist Shannon LNG in any way I can to construct an LNG terminal...

Ballylongford Landbank (11 Jul 2012)

Pat Rabbitte: ...and the future gas transmission tariff regime. I trust that this high level decision provides a degree of regulatory certainty that has been sought by all stakeholders, including Shannon LNG. I have consistently welcomed the proposal by Shannon LNG to construct a LNG terminal near Ballylongford, County Kerry. Such a facility, together with the bringing onshore of Corrib gas would provide...

Offshore Exploration (7 Mar 2012)

Pat Rabbitte: As Deputy Ferris knows, I have consistently welcomed the proposal by Shannon LNG to construct a liquefied natural gas, LNG, terminal near Ballylongford, County Kerry. Such a facility, together with the bringing onshore of Corrib gas would provide important security of gas supply for Ireland. I met the promoters of the project soon after taking office last year and both my Department and the...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Energy Regulation (18 Dec 2013)

Pat Rabbitte: ...responsibility of the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER), which is independent in the performance of its functions. I have no direct statutory function in relation to liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects, including specific projects like the Shannon LNG project. The LNG facility would provide additional security of supply to Ireland in that it would bring diversity to Ireland's...

Written Answers — Energy Resources: Energy Resources (19 Jul 2012)

Pat Rabbitte: I and Government colleagues have consistently been supportive of the proposal by Shannon LNG to construct a LNG terminal near Ballylongford, County Kerry. Such a facility, together with the bringing onshore of Corrib Gas would provide important security of gas supply for Ireland in future years. I have met the promoters of the project on a number of occasions and both my Department and the...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Natural Gas Grid (22 May 2013)

Pat Rabbitte: As I have stated on previous occasions in the House, the proposal by Shannon LNG to construct a LNG terminal near Ballylongford is welcomed by the Government. Such a facility, together with the bringing onshore of Corrib Gas, would provide important security of gas supply for Ireland. The Deputy will be aware of Shannon LNG’s application to the Courts for Judicial Review of the CER...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Natural Gas Grid (11 Jun 2013)

Pat Rabbitte: As I have stated on previous occasions in the House, the proposal by Shannon LNG to construct a LNG terminal near Ballylongford is welcomed by the Government. Such a facility, together with the bringing onshore of Corrib Gas, would provide important security of gas supply for Ireland. The Deputy will be aware of Shannon LNG’s application to the Courts for Judicial Review of the CER...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Energy Schemes (26 Feb 2013)

Pat Rabbitte: I and Government colleagues have consistently been supportive of the proposal by Shannon LNG to construct a LNG terminal near Ballylongford, County Kerry. Such a facility, together with the bringing onshore of Corrib Gas would provide important security of gas supply for Ireland in future years. The Deputy will be aware that on 29 June 2012 the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER)...

Energy Projects (29 Nov 2011)

Pat Rabbitte: ...to see an action taken against an anticipated decision by the regulator. This regulatory issue is complex. Under the current regulatory regime the coming on stream of this liquefied natural gas, LNG, project will have implications for gas network tariffs set by the regulator. The same applies to the Corrib field. This, in turn, will have implications for general wholesale gas prices...

Seanad: Access to Central Treasury Funds (Commission for Energy Regulation) Bill 2011: Committee and Remaining Stages (26 Oct 2011)

Pat Rabbitte: I reassure the Senator that the measure being introduced in the Bill will have no implications for the Shannon LNG project. As it is an upstream development, it will not be encompassed by this legislation. I accept, however, that there is concern in County Kerry about the project. I share that concern and the Government is determined to provide whatever assistance it can.

Written Answers — Offshore Exploration: Offshore Exploration (13 Mar 2012)

Pat Rabbitte: ..., the CER published a Proposed Decision Paper on the issue of the regulatory treatment of the gas interconnectors. Together with all players and potential players in Ireland's gas market, Shannon LNG has a key commercial interest in the outcome of the CER's ultimate decision on this very complex regulatory question. Given the complexities, there are many different perspectives on this...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Green Paper on Energy Policy: Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources (4 Jun 2014)

Pat Rabbitte: ...I had to read, is a very detailed and extensive unravelling of the complex issues arising. I was persuaded by the correctness of the decision. It is not right to say that it has prevented the LNG project from proceeding at Tarbert. Coincidently, I met the promoters of the LNG plant at Tarbert last night. I remain hopeful that it will provide an extra string to our bow in terms of an...