Ahern approves €185m electricity link

A NEW €185 million electricity interconnector between Ireland and Wales has been given the go-ahead by the government. It aims to increase competition leading to price cuts in the Irish market and will be ready in six years.

The subsea cable will allow Ireland to import electricity from Britain to top up the national supply at times of shortfall.

Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources Dermot Ahern gave his support for the project yesterday. Next a feasibility study will be undertaken.