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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...

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...

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 can reaffirm there are the close contacts and co-operation on LNG. We have to be careful to ensure we have diverse sources of supply. When one considers the crisis in Ukraine, depending on a single source for supply is not encouraging in terms of energy security and, therefore, it is important to develop indigenous resources, including renewables. LNG will also become an important aspect...

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...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Energy Prices (6 May 2014)

Pat Rabbitte: ...could potentially result in an increase in the wholesale price of gas on the continent, including in Ireland. However, in Europe generally there are supplies of storage gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) available and there is lower gas demand over the summer period. Gas flows consequential on any such supply disruptions and wholesale price rises are difficult to predict. My Department is...

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)...

ESB (Electronic Communications Networks) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (23 Jan 2014)

Pat Rabbitte: ...and Skills will take over responsibility for them. I am only mentioning this because the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform is beside me. I do not want to be dragged into the latter part of Deputy Michael Healy-Rae’s speech about the Shannon LNG project. It is a separate issue, but I assure him it is the Government’s wish that the LNG project contemplated for...

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

Pat Rabbitte: I do not regard County Kerry as peripheral and I assure the Deputy that if Shannon LNG proposed to build a terminal at Ringsend, precisely the same European regulatory framework would be applied. In terms of my capacity to give a general direction, the Deputy is correct, I can do so, but I cannot give a direction that would aid a particular company. I am in a very unusual position, not...

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...

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

Pat Rabbitte: ...is a very positive development in that it will mark the entry of international strategic investors into the all island energy market. I do not envisage that the sale will have any impact on the Shannon LNG business. Decisions on the regulatory treatment of the gas interconnectors and tariffing are matters for the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) under the Gas (Interim )...

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...

Seanad: Gas Regulation Bill 2013: Second Stage (17 Oct 2013)

Pat Rabbitte: ...with Bord Gáis. Maybe, with the benefit of hindsight, there is some validity in making that point but the fact is that we now have to remunerate it. Whether it is gas from the Corrib field coming ashore or LNG coming into Tarbert, we must ensure they are all treated equally. Senator Barrett will have the opportunity to read a High Court judgment on this in the not too distant future...

Seanad: Gas Regulation Bill 2013: Second Stage (17 Oct 2013)

Pat Rabbitte: ...supply from Great Britain and also heavily reliant on gas for the generation of electricity. This reliance is set to remain for some time. I have on previous occasions stated that the proposal by Shannon LNG to develop a liquefied natural gas, LNG, terminal in Tarbert is welcomed by the Government. Such a facility, together with the bringing on shore of Corrib gas, would provide...

Gas Regulation Bill 2013: Second Stage (18 Sep 2013)

Pat Rabbitte: ...gas needs, leaving us vulnerable to supply disruptions and volatility in prices, which are determined by global markets. I am on record on many occasions as stating the proposal by Shannon LNG to develop a liquefied natural gas, LNG, terminal in Tarbert is welcomed by the Government. Such a facility, together with the bringing onshore of Corrib gas, would provide important security of...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Petroleum and Gas Exploration (17 Jul 2013)

Pat Rabbitte: I agree with Deputy Fleming about the importance of landing an LNG project for Tarbert. It would be a considerable boost to the local area. Even more importantly, it would be an additional string in this country's energy security bow. As the Deputy knows, the matter is before the High Court at the moment. I hope a decision will be handed down before the courts rise for the summer recess....

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: 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...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Renewable Energy Generation (30 Apr 2013)

Pat Rabbitte: ...Power on which of my hopes might prove to be wrong in this regard. The Corrib field would supply 60% of our needs at peak. That fact is not insignificant. Deputy Fleming also inquired about the LNG project. The latter has as much support from the Government as can be given to it. The project is being navigated through the regulatory process and the Deputy may well be aware that it...

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)...

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...