Last month, this party brought the Wind Turbine Regulation Bill 2014 before the House and it was not opposed by the Government. A fortnight ago, thousands of people marched through the streets of Dublin to protest against the development of turbines and pylons in their communities. Many, if not most, of those people are sceptical that the Government's decision not to oppose was more to do with putting the debate off until after 23 May than a serious intention to address the serious issues raised.

When will the Wind Turbine Regulation Bill 2014 be brought to Committee Stage?

The Deputy is speaking of a Private Members' Bill. He is aware of the McGuinness commission, headed by Mrs. Justice McGuinness, which is examining the question of Grid West, other grid developments and their implications. This morning, the Government also approved the publication of a Green Paper on energy needs for the future and the various extensive elements involved with that. There will be a public consultation process with that as well. The mandate given to Mrs. Justice McGuinness will be considered by her and her committee in respect of Grid West. I will revert to the Deputy regarding the intentions for wind turbines. The Bill referred to is a Private Members' Bill.