Martin Kenny (Sligo-Leitrim, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I understand where this is going and reform is needed. A common issue we come across in rural areas is a trespasser on somebody's land using it for recreational use. We are talking about walkers, hillwalkers and people walking their dogs and the danger they may experience or cause to other people who are there, including the owner of the property. I would like more detail regarding how this change will impact on that.

Insurance is the big issue here. We need to ensure any changes we make will streamline things and make them easier and clearer, because that is one of the problems. There is great confusion about who is liable. The Minister of State mentioned recreational buildings and facilities. I am thinking of facilities used for children playing. We need to find the correct balance that will make insurance more affordable for those running those businesses and the people who hire out other facilities, for example, bouncy castles, to people's homes. There is a major problem in respect of that. Will the Minister of State enlighten us a bit more on that? It is something we can examine in more depth on Report Stage.