Bill to end Ireland’s ban on nuclear power set for Dáil debate

James O’Connor’s proposed legislation would repeal restrictions dating from 1999 and establish a regulatory role for the CRU

A cooling tower and the two reactors of the nuclear power plant of Civaux, seen behind a colza field, in Civaux, central France. Picture: Guillaume Souvant/AFP/Getty

A bill to end Ireland’s ban on nuclear power will be debated in the Dáil after receiving the green light from the Oireachtas.

Fianna Fáil Cork East TD James O’Connor confirmed that his Electricity Regulation (Removal of Nuclear Fission Prohibitions) Bill 2026 has been accepted for introduction by the Oireachtas bills office.