Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The best example I can give the Deputy is that of Intel. It has given €32 million to the local authorities to provide the water supply it will need for the continuity of its development and projects in Leixlip. Major multinationals are very proactive because they need absolute security of supply and they are making a very significant contribution. It is not that Uisce Éireann will say that it will not let Intel in here or somebody else in there. It is joined-up thinking that works. The other reason we need to have a proper water system is because we will be water-rich compared to other countries. Half of the world will have a water drought in 20 years' time. We must be on top of the process and the facilities. I hope the answers I have given the Senator are helpful. Yes, we want private investment, public-private partnerships, industries to invest and industries like Intel to come with their plans. We would be very happy to facilitate them.