Debate contribution: Single Electricity Market

Debate contribution by Mr Jonathan Buckley on 19 May 2026.

MLA: Mr Jonathan Buckley
Party at the time: Democratic Unionist Party
Date: 19 May 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Single Electricity Market
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5549503

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I would expect, wholly, that, at a time of energy crisis, you, as Minister, would look proactively at any potential option that has the ability to reduce energy costs for businesses and consumers who, in Northern Ireland, continue to pay some of the highest energy costs anywhere in Europe. Evidence suggests that re-coupling with the GB market would result in a 10% reduction in energy bills for consumers and businesses in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Will you commit to bringing forward a paper to the Executive that sets out the economic benefits, legal obstacles and timescales for any future discussions?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 3588/22-27.

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