The decision affirms approval previously granted by An Coimisiún Pleanála and marks what the Chamber described as a “landmark outcome” after a lengthy and complex planning process. “We welcome the high court’s decision to uphold planning permission for the power station at the Ballylongford site,” he said. “If Ireland is to get serious about tackling our energy insecurity, then we need to ensure a much more efficient planning process for operators,” he said. Seán Golden, Chief Economist and Director of Policy at the Chamber, noted Ireland’s reliance on imported energy as a key concern. “Latest figures suggest that Ireland imports almost 80pc of its natural gas supply from a single source in Moffat, Scotland.

Source: Irish Independent April 08, 2026 19:56 UTC