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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Enterprise, Tourism and Employment: Competitiveness and the Cost of Doing Business in Ireland: Discussion (Resumed) (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: There are economic and social aspects, particularly in rural areas. If a hotel, food establishment, fuel station or whatever generates 20 jobs and this saves 10%, that can be a game-changer in a rural area but if a large-scale multinational let go of 10%, it would probably make a headline in a local paper. There is a concern that we are overlooking the need for protection of jobs. No one...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: What are we looking at regarding disconnections versus arrears? There needs to be a sense of urgency here with regular reporting about where we are. There is concern, fear and uncertainty. If we had up-to-date figures, it would be very useful. Utility providers are essentially blaming the CRU for increases. Should Uisce Éireann also blame the CRU for the 10% increase in...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: I am conscious of time. I have a couple of questions to ask. I would appreciate it if Mr. Gannon could-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: What was that?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: In relation to the roll-out of infrastructure, there are discussions taking place between the Department and Uisce Éireann. The CRU has a responsibility in respect of that roll-out as well. Is the CRU's progress happening at the same pace as that of Uisce Éireann in relation to this or is there any cause for concern regarding potential delays because the two plans are not in sync?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: In relation to large energy users, the programme for Government makes clear the role that data centres play and how important they are. It also makes clear the ambition to facilitate data centres. It is my understanding that the connection policy has been in operation for over three years. Is that correct?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: How long more will this go on for before it is up to date? Dr. Harrington refer to 2021. In tech time, an iPhone that is four years old now is nearly an antique. We need to move at a faster pace in view of how fast this sector moves. When can we expect a report on this?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: I appreciate that, but when will the new report and new guidance be forthcoming?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: Has the CRU missed deadlines already in relation to this?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: Would Dr. Harrington have a concern that we are losing investment as a result of the lack of clarity and an update in relation to the policy?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: If the issue is in the greater Dublin area, should we be looking at taking a twofold approach to this? In other words, the rest of the country versus Dublin. If there is scope, there is opportunity and there is capacity. Should we be looking at that as a priority? I would have concern that tardiness and the nature of the approach to this are leading to investment going overseas. It has...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: I reiterate that there is life outside Dublin and Meath.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: We need to see the all-island approach, first and foremost. Are there any obstacles to the CRU delivering its policy paper by the end of quarter 3 or the beginning of quarter 4? Are there any reasons for concern in that regard?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: Can Dr. Harrington guarantee that it will be delivered in quarter 3?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: I will rephrase the question. As to the feedback that has been provided, why is it giving cause for concern?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: How would that feedback cause a delay?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: Does the CRU have adequate skills and resources?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy: Engagement with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: What are those complexities? Dr. Harrington has given a commitment that it will be quarter 3 or quarter 4. I am not getting reassurance to the effect that it will be delivered. What are the obstacles?

Committee on Infrastructure and National Development Plan Delivery: Priorities and Provisions in the Review of the National Development Plan: Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: I thank the Minister and his officials for joining us today. I certainly echo the sentiments of Deputy McCormack in fully supporting the N52. I have made the case that we need to open up the midlands from north to south. We have built several motorways from east to west and we have the M50, but we have nothing through the spine of the country. Realistically at this stage, from the N7 to...

Committee on Infrastructure and National Development Plan Delivery: Priorities and Provisions in the Review of the National Development Plan: Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation (24 Sep 2025)

John Clendennen: I can give the Minister ten more if he wants.