First Stage Defeated 26th Seanad 94/2023

Special Measures in the Public Interest (Derrybrien Wind Farm) Bill 2023

Agriculture & Food Employment Business & Regulation

Sponsor: Tom Clonan
Introduced: 14 Dec 2023
Last updated: 30 Jan 2025

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Bill transfers Derrybrien wind farm ownership to Western Development Commission to help secure Ireland's electricity supply.
Allows removal of current Gort Windfarms staff and appointment of new personnel; renames company and transfers land lease.
Suspends certain company law rules for Gort Windfarms; existing contracts remain valid. Bill was defeated at first stage.

Stage timeline

First Stage 26th Seanad

14 Dec 2023