New law aims to secure Ireland's oil supply into the future

As well as a bill addressing energy security, Cabinet will consider consolidating measures to bring vacant homes back into use  

Environment Minister and Green Party leader  Eamon Ryan described the bid to develop contingency plans for Ireland's energy supply as 'prudent housekeeping'. File picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

Green Party leader Eamon Ryan will seek Cabinet approval on Wednesday morning for a bill aimed at securing Ireland's supply of oil.

Mr Ryan will present the Oil Emergency Contingency and Transfer of Renewable Transport Fuels Functions Bill, aimed at ensuring Ireland has sufficient supply of fuels.