Ms Deirdre Fallon:

I will clarify the point raised regarding commencement notices from multi-unit developments. If it is proposed to start some of the units, the site layout plan would show which units are proposed and it would make for easier monitoring at a later stage. Deputy Ó Broin referred to the great number of professionals involved with the construction industry and the issue has been touched on by everybody here. From the perspective of professional planners, registration is something our members very much support insomuch that it makes clear to the public that if they are engaging a planner, they are engaging somebody with that professional qualification and there is a means for addressing any complaint that could arise at a later stage. They can be sure that somebody is engaged with and continues with professional development and upskilling. It is an important component of the overall planning and construction system. There is a challenge to ensure that there is awareness among members of the public of the different roles people play. As professional institutes, we all have a role and perhaps this raises the point of having some kind of centralised source of information for the public so people will know what body to approach in the event that they need redress or wish to make a complaint. I hope this is something that will be taken up in time.