Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 105: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the role he has in addressing concerns regarding the increasing price of oil; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23745/08]

Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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The June European Council will consider the issue of higher food and oil prices. Ireland and its EU partners recognise that this issue presents significant challenges to Ireland, the EU and the world economy. The global upward trend in oil prices moreover reinforces the imperative for Ireland to reduce its oil dependency and to use energy wisely and efficiently.

While the above concerns all Ministers to a greater or lesser degree, the primary responsibility in this area rests with the Minister of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources.