Rory Hearne (Dublin North-West, Social Democrats)

Does the RTB reckon there will be a greater level of dispute over rent and rent arrears due to the impact of rising rents as well as the recent changes that are likely to cause rising rents and related complicated issues? Does the RTB gather data on what one might consider the affordability of rent or renters facing those challenges? If not, would the RTB consider doing so? It would be useful data.

On standards in rental properties, we know there is a massive problem. Does the RTB see itself undertaking any initiatives? Does it accept there is a big problem in standards? The RTB said there were breaches regarding company landlords. Will the witnesses identify what those breaches related to?