ESB workers faced extreme conditions to restore power to hundreds of thousands after devastating storms, earning much-deserved recognition for their unwavering commitment. While their efforts were bolstered by international solidarity, concerns arose regarding the financial implications as ESB CEO Paddy Hayes warned that restoration costs would likely be passed on to customers. His candid remarks prompted backlash from government officials, who deemed his statements inappropriate, highlighting tensions between the ESB and the government in managing public expectations amidst ongoing recovery challenges.
The solidarity, co-operation and assistance provided by their counterparts across Europe, coming to our country's aid in a time of need, was heartening, welcome and inspirational.
It's likely that those charges which are allowed there will find their way back into the overall cost of our distribution network.
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