Olivia Mitchell (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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Question 14: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the nature of communications he has had with union representatives in the ESB in recent weeks and months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23128/07]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin South, Green Party)
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I met with the ESB Group of Unions on 23rd July in relation to the energy policy objectives set out in the Programme for Government and the Energy Policy White Paper which impact on ESB.

In inviting the Unions to meet me, it was my intention to hear any concerns that they might have on the issues and to provide a clear outline of my own position and that of the Government.

I have made it clear to the Group of Unions that I am willing to discuss constructively any legitimate issues of concern that they may have. I intend to work closely and positively with the ESB Board, Management and staff in progressing the Government's stated energy policy objectives and in that context ensure a dynamic and viable future for ESB. I look forward to that process of engagement and to further meetings as appropriate with the Group of Unions.