Aughinish sanctions could hurt Europe more than Russia, Taoiseach warns
The Taoiseach’s comments follow reports of a letter from Aughinish Alumina to the Government that suggested that moves to sanction the company would have consequences for Ireland’s electricity and gas grids. File picture: Dan Linehan
The Taoiseach has said the Government is not contemplating nationalising the Aughinish Alumina plant, saying it is “too simplistic” to suggest such a move would prevent exports to Russia.
Micheál Martin also said introducing sanctions on the aluminium plant in Co Limerick would likely have a greater impact on the EU than on Russia.
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