Fianna Fáil Energy Spokesperson Michael Moynihan has accused the government of continuing to ignore community concern about pylons across the country. Deputy Moynihan commented, “Throughout the public debate on plans for a new pylon network, the Government’s first priority was to dismiss concerns. When that didn’t work, they moved to kick the entire process into […]

Fianna Fáil Senator Ned O’Sullivan is calling on the Energy Minister to take a more hands on approach to resolve the delay in the Shannon LNG project. The €600 million gas terminal, due to be built near Ballylongford in north Kerry, has been on hold for almost 6 years because of a row over pipeline […]

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Finance Michael McGrath has called for a more comprehensive approach to dealing with SME debt following confirmation that AIB and Bank of Ireland are meeting the initial targets set for them for restructuring distressed SME loans. Deputy McGrath commented: “Considerable attention has been given to the issue of residential mortgage arrears. […]

Carlow-Kilkenny TD John McGuinness is calling for improved monitoring of mines in the region.  It follows the emergence of a sinkhole in a field near the Galmoy Mines in February.  The area had to be sealed off after the hole, which was 9 metres deep and 15 metres wide, appeared. “Residents living near the closed […]

Fianna Fáil Energy spokesperson Michael Moynihan is questioning the Government’s claims that more than 50% of revenue raised from the sale of Bord Gáis Energy is being spent on job creation. The Government agreed a €1.1bn deal with Centrica, Brookfield Renewable Power and iCON Infrastructure for the sale of the customer and energy generation wing […]