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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Electricity Transmission Network: Discussion with EirGrid (4 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: If the witness cannot provide the figures today, could he revert to the committee and tell us what impact that would have on today's per-unit cost of electricity?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Electricity Transmission Network: Discussion with EirGrid (4 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: I am talking about the main projects of 220 kV and upwards rather than individual projects.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Electricity Transmission Network: Discussion with EirGrid (4 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: Are any completed?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Electricity Transmission Network: Discussion with EirGrid (4 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: Perhaps the witnesses will revert with a status report on the project?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Electricity Transmission Network: Discussion with EirGrid (4 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: That is okay.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Electricity Transmission Network: Discussion with EirGrid (4 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: I thank Mr. Slye and his officials for their presentation. The documentation sets out the impact of the magnetic fields and appears to suggest that one would be more affected by an electric blanket or razor. The chairman designate of EirGrid, Mr. O'Connor, appeared before the committee yesterday, at which time he stated that there was an impact on the lives of individuals in terms of loss...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Business of Joint Committee (4 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: While I accept it is difficult for the committee secretariat to manage this issue, the reason Deputy Michael Moynihan is absent is that communications questions are being taken in the Dáil. We should try, where possible, to take this into account.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: I will clarify that, lest my remarks be misinterpreted in any way. I am not questioning either Mr. O'Connor's integrity or the integrity of An Bord Pleanála. I am concerned about the unique knowledge Mr. O'Connor gained as chairman of An Bord Pleanála and the ability for that to be used in the context of the preparation of planning applications that will ultimately be submitted by...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: That is not the question. Mr. O'Connor is playing with words.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: With respect, Mr. O'Connor was the chairman of An Bord Pleanála for 11 years and, as I acknowledged, he is a highly skilled, professional individual. However, a final point must be made. Mr. O'Connor said he has unique regard for the protection of our heritage and the environment. The fact is that, as chairman of EirGrid, under company law Mr. O'Connor's fiduciary duty is to the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: To clarify-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: -----I am certainly the last person to suggest that there would be anything underhand. However, given the fact that he has unique insight into and knowledge of the operation of An Bord Pleanála, if Mr. O'Connor, in pursuing his duties, involves himself in any way in the planning process of EirGrid - not just the preparation of a planning application or appearing at a public hearing but...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: Therein lies the problem. In my view there is a mismatch with the skills set of Mr. O'Connor. Undeniably, he is highly qualified and professional, and I am not casting any aspersion on him as an individual, but there is a mismatch between his suitability and the role in EirGrid. For that reason, we will not be in a position, unfortunately, to support his appointment. I do not say that...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: Will I have a few minutes to interact with Mr. O’Connor?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: We will keep the questions as brief as possible.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: I welcome Mr. O’Connor and thank him for his presentation. There is little doubt that he is a highly qualified professional. He has a considerable track record in public service. As he worked in the planning division of the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government, he was an obvious choice to be appointed to the independent role in An Bord Pleanála. I am...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: Did he outline why he thought Mr. O'Connor was a suitable candidate?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: At any point in that conversation did he mention Mr. O'Connor's experience as chairman of An Bord Pleanála?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: Mr. O'Connor is taking up the position at a very critical time, if it is ratified. He mentioned his definition of the conflict of interest but community groups are concerned about the perception that his unique knowledge and insight into the planning process, gained during his time in An Bord Pleanála, will impact on their ability to act in a balanced way against EirGrid in many of the...

Health (Alteration of Criteria for Eligibility) (No. 2) Bill 2013: Report and Final Stages (26 Nov 2013)

Timmy Dooley: We are not talking about primary care.