Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 July 2025
17. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment whether his Department will review the existing legal and regulatory framework governing kerbside electric vehicle charging, with a view to enabling practical solutions for residents without driveways, such as regulated cable gully systems or footpath-accessible charging infrastructure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36545/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Question relates to the policy area of Private Wires. I have recently answered a number of Parliamentary Questions on the topic of Private Wires including Dáil Questions Numbers 24 of 10 April, 135 of 22 May, and 20 of 11 June. This matter was also the subject of debate in the House recently. The position is unchanged and it is my intention to bring a policy document on Private Wires to Cabinet shortly.
The Private Wires policy will, amongst other things, aim to unlock private sector resources to build new electricity infrastructure by expanding the rights of private undertakings to connect supply directly with demand. Once introduced, the policy will require primary legislation, along with increased powers and staffing for the Commission for Regulation of Utilities, which this Government will move to implement as a priority.
