Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I do not disagree with the Minister, but surely it would make more sense to set a date 12 months from now and allow people to apply for the scheme. I presume only a handful of people would fall under the provision. It may cause financial hardship; I do not know. I know of a case which will not fall under this provision because the person is already in the scheme. Significant arrears, which would put an undue financial burden on people, have to be addressed. Could a date be set to ensure no financial hardship arises?

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