Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)

I accept there is an issue. There is equally a profound issue with the challenge that we have. As of quarter 1 of 2025, for example - I am sure there are more recent figures available with regard to this - 39,000 apartments within our State were permitted but not commenced. I am trying to find a way in which we can increase the ability for those 39,000 apartments to be built. It would have a really significant effect on the delivery of the housing targets which we need to deliver on behalf of those people who need more homes. Yes, I believe what the Deputy has described is indeed an issue, but no Government can direct to the private sector what it does from a productivity point of view. We cannot do that, but what we can do is ensure that the subsidies and supports we make available are tied into the delivery of homes. That is the case at the moment.