When a government is elected, there is a basic expectation it will cover the basics and get them right. That includes putting roofs over people's heads, ensuring access to healthcare and, of course, keeping the lights on. It is now apparent the Government fails, even on these most basic of tasks of any government. I heard from his responses earlier today that he clearly does not appreciate how anxious people are in regard to rocketing energy costs and the threat of power cuts this winter. I find it extraordinary that he is prepared to leave households in the dark in order that he can roll out the red carpet for data centres, yet this is his proposed course of action.

The time is up, Deputy.

The Minister, Deputy Eamon Ryan's, attempts to reassure people this morning, if that is what he was at, fell flat. On the basis of pure common sense, given that we are where we are, why will the Taoiseach not introduce a moratorium on the development of new data centres, at least until a proper impact assessment has been carried out?

In fairness to Deputy Kelly, he understands the seriousness of the issue. He raised it on Leaders' Questions, whereas Deputy McDonald did not think it was serious enough to do so.

I see.

That is the reality.

Thank you.

I want to make a point through the Chair.

I thank the Taoiseach for mansplaining the importance of a public policy issue to a mere woman like me. You are very good, Micheál. Go raibh maith agat.

The bottom line is that in the order of priorities, the Deputy did not see it as a priority issue today. That is her decision. That is her option and I fully respect that-----

There was a two-hour debate on it this morning.

The budget will be an opportunity to offer protection from the rising costs of energy. As for my commitment and our commitment to the provision of energy-----

I am really concentrating to understand the Taoiseach's answer. I hope I can do it.

-----the Deputy should be in no doubt about the Government's commitment to the security of energy and protecting people across the board.

Will the Government consider a moratorium?

It is not an issue-----

Oh, is it not?

-----of rolling out red carpets to anybody.

Okay. If you say so.

Time is up.

That is just classic political sloganeering, which is the hallmark of the Deputy's approach to every issue.

Political insults seem to be the Taoiseach's preferred mode.

Please, Deputy.