Privatization Impact on ESB
According to Cllr Gerry Murray, privatization has significantly reduced ESB's staff and revenue.
The number of personnel available to the ESB has decreased by 50% since deregulation and privatization, says Cllr Murray.
Democratic control of essential services must be restored.
- ESB's revenue stream has been reduced from 100% to 5%.
- Staff has been halved.
- Despite reductions, the company is still expected to provide the same service.
Cllr Murray also raised concerns about Uisce Éireann not providing funding for the upgrade of water and sanitation at Ireland West Airport Knock.
Author's summary: Privatization slashes ESB staff and revenue.