Tag Archives: Kilroot Power Station

Latest delay to Integrated Single Electricity Market ‘go live’ demonstrates need for SONI to reconsider Kilroot closure

Posted on May 3, 2018 by Unite the union NI

Threat to more than 270 jobs and 36% of NI’s generating capacity delayed as a result of SONI ‘software issues’ Independent and rigorous analysis of Northern Ireland’s future electricity security needed after AES’ seeks closure of second Ballylumford generator May … Continue reading →

Posted in Northern Ireland news, Press Releases | Tagged all-island electricity market, Ballylumford Power Station, Integrated Single Electricity Market, ISEM, Joanne McWilliams, job losses, Kilroot Power Station, SONI, System Operator for Northern Ireland | 1 Comment

270 jobs at risk as Kilroot Power station faces closure after exclusion from all-island supply auction

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Unite the union NI

36% of Northern Ireland’s electrical generating capacity under threat Political representatives must intervene to defend jobs in Northern Ireland Speaking on behalf of all three unions representing workers in AES Ballylumford and Kilroot power stations: GMB, Prospect and Unite the … Continue reading →