Energy system at risk of amber alerts in run-up to Christmas — Varadkar

Leo Varadkar said any potential cuts will not hit homes and would impact large energy users first and foremost.

Ireland came close to an amber alert within the energy system in recent days and there will be a risk of alerts in the run-up to Christmas, the Tànaiste has said.

Speaking in his constituency of Dublin West on Thursday morning, Leo Varadkar said Energy Minister Eamon Ryan has briefed party leaders on the challenges facing the grid as low wind and a deep cold snap threaten supply.