Mr. Eamon O'Flaherty:

I can give instances from the town in which I operate and from speaking to colleagues. When one does a viewing for a rental property, for example, a two-bedroom apartment or three-bedroom house, one has to report back to one's client and to the people who want it. It is very difficult for the landlord and it is very difficult for us to help him or her make the decision. People get very aggressive with us. The main problem is lack of supply. One could have 30 people showing up to view an apartment for rental. The problem is that the supply is not there. I agree with the Deputy on the point that landlords need to be made more aware of the benefits of the HAP scheme. When we mention it to landlords, some are up to date on it and know what it is but the vast majority are not and need to be educated about it. That is one point I would wish to make.