Mr. Pat Fitzpatrick:

For many years, councillors throughout the country have been frustrated by An Bord Pleanála and the time it is taking to get a decision. In my home town we have been waiting for 14 months for a small supermarket in the centre of Castlecomer. Despite the time that it has taken, there seem to be no penalties. We would certainly like to see some penalties introduced into this legislation and a timeframe for when it must report. That will certainly be one coming from our side.