AQW 15822/22-27

Mr John Blair
Alliance Party
South Antrim

Tabled Date: 27/09/2024
Answered On Date: 04/10/2024
Priority Written: No

Question:
To ask the Minister for the Economy to detail any measures his Department can put in place to deter birds from gathering on electricity lines above residential properties.

Answer:

NIE Networks has responsibility for electricity line design, construction and maintenance.

NIE Networks advises that customers who are facing issues with birds should contact NIE Networks’ customer helpline (03457 643 643) to be referred to the appropriate Customer Relations Manager for their region.