Malcolm Noonan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

The State intervenes through grant schemes. On meeting with the insurance action group, it was clear that does not in any way mitigate the challenges faced in insurance. However, the grants are in recognition of the fact that the owners of these properties are custodians of these houses, importantly, on behalf of the State. They are a heritage asset of the State. That is why we are keen to ensure the grants work for owners and are reviewing them to ensure they are adequate to support the maintenance and upkeep of these houses, which can be significant.