I would like to ask the Tánaiste, in the context of the common arrangements for gas Bill, whether he will give his personal attention to the Shannon liquified natural gas project.

That is not in order on the Order of Business.

In the context of the Bill I have mentioned, could I express my disappointment about the failure to select this matter for discussion during Topical Issues this afternoon even though it has been raised by five Deputies?

Would you please resume your seat?

Some 700 jobs and a €1 billion investment are in jeopardy in County Kerry. I appeal to the Ceann Comhairle to select this matter on Tuesday.

No. You are not doing your case any good by being so smart and standing up on the Order of Business. It has nothing to do with the Order of Business.

This is an issue of urgent importance for the county and the region.

Perhaps you could have contacted my office and been told the reason, instead of trying to make a play here in the Chamber.

I did contact your office but I was not given a reason.

The common arrangements for gas Bill, which will amend the Electricity Regulation (Act) 1999 and allow for arrangements to be put in place to facilitate the development of an all-island gas market, is due for publication next year.