Mark Wall (Labour) | Oireachtas source

I appreciate Mr. O'Reilly's reply. When the phone rings, perhaps the local authority – a Dublin local authority in this case – could be more sympathetic and say that situations are handled on a case-by-case basis instead of giving an outright "No", which is what was said yesterday. I am just asking for co-operation and for that local authority to discuss with Kildare County Council whether the house can be purchased instead of saying "No" outright and leaving that person in floods of tears.

Regarding the tenant in situscheme, a period of four months from start to finish was mentioned. When the person receives consent to sale, should that be within the four months or should it only take two months? How long should it be before the landlord and tenant hear back from the local authority? It is taking too long. I have received many queries from people who have contacted a local authority but are still waiting on a first response.