Mr. Brian O'Gorman:

I refer to things like a choice-based letting that would employ technology to allocate properties when they become available. Some local authorities have choice-based lettings. However, we would all welcome a shared services approach that could be used for all local authorities.

This is a personal view, but I have had always had a problem with Garda checks, which stigmatise social housing and are not used in other sectors. Strong procedures are needed to combat antisocial behaviour, but they should not be used as a filter with regard to housing and addressing housing need.