Steven Matthews (Wicklow, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

We are trying to assist local authorities in respect of compulsory purchase orders, CPOs, where they may be necessary or advantageous. Will that be a designated role of the new body? We really want to identify areas in our town centres and urban centres where contact with the owners to discuss options regarding planning, change of use or funding that may be available could allow us to reactivate properties to create town centre living that would allow us to make the most of the 15-minute city concept. Will there be an opportunity or a direct line for local authorities, particularly the officers who deal with dereliction and vacancy, to allow them to liaise directly with this new agency? Will that be prioritised? Would it be seen to be beneficial?