Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 93: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources when he expects supplies from the Corrib gas field to become available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5405/07]

Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)
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Question 185: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources when delivery of product from the Corrib gas field was originally anticipated; when it is now expected; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5407/07]

Noel Dempsey (Meath, Fianna Fail)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 93 and 185 together.

First gas had initially been expected in early 2004. I understand from the developers, Shell E&P Ireland Ltd, that they expect that first gas will be available in late 2009. I would add, however, that completion of the development works is clearly the principal factor that will determine the date for first gas.