Minister O'Brien and Minister Archibald Reaffirm Cross-Border Commitment to the North-South Interconnector
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Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, Darragh O'Brien has reaffirmed the Irish Government's commitment to the North-South Interconnector, alongside Minister for the Economy, Caoimhe Archibald, representing the Northern Ireland Executive.
Speaking at the Energy Ireland Conference in Croke Park, Minister O'Brien highlighted the importance of the project:
"The Energy Ireland Conference is an excellent event with a strong all-island focus. I am very pleased, on behalf of the Irish Government, to join Minister Archibald in reaffirming our shared commitment to the North-South Interconnector, as consented.
"There is a clear and shared desire to advance this project due to the significant benefits it will deliver for consumers and businesses across the island in terms of electricity costs and energy security. We are both committed to moving forward with construction as soon as possible."
The Ministers emphasised that electricity grid projects, such as the North-South Interconnector, are vital for improving energy affordability, enhancing energy security and reducing emissions across the island of Ireland.
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