Question 1

What does the Electricity Regulation (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2026 do?

Accepted Answer

Replaces restrictive section 37 with new Part VA: CRU grants permissions for private electricity lines (direct lines) via application or deemed-permitted class orders. CRU gains explicit regulatory authority over direct line safety standards, inspection, installation, operation and decommissioning via regulations and appointed safety officers. CRU must maintain public register of permitted direct lines; can refuse applications on non-discrimination grounds or market harm; can direct ownership transfer to grid operators at connection.

Question 2

What stage is the Electricity Regulation (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2026 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 18 Jun 2026, the Electricity Regulation (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2026 is at Second Stage in 34th Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Electricity Regulation (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2026?

Accepted Answer

The Electricity Regulation (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2026 was sponsored by Barry Heneghan, and was introduced on 17 Jun 2026.

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