Cian O'Callaghan (Dublin Bay North, Social Democrats) | Oireachtas source

There has been some suggestion that my proposal to the effect that at least 50% of new-build apartments would be available for individuals and families to buy, except in cases of social and affordable housing, affordable rental or purpose-built student accommodation, could be a blunt instrument. However, the current situation is not working and is incredibly blunt. We are close to 0% of new-build apartments being available for individuals and families to buy. There needs to be action to give people choice. The status quo is not working. It is driving down home ownership levels and restricting the choice that people have. I strongly refute what the Minister of State who was hear earlier said.