Brian Hayes (Dublin South West, Fine Gael)
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The definition of the asset, so far as the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform is concerned, is an important question. A capital asset is defined as "an asset intended for use on a continuing basis with an expected life of more than one year." Capital expenditure also covers capital funding grants, for example, the forestry premiums are grants to enhance the productivity capacity of the economy. I will get the information on the helicopter question for the Deputy. I know a little about the mortgage-to-rent scheme. The €7 million supports the continued implementation of the mortgage-to-rent scheme. That, presumably, is a system that is being put in place. Is it not the case that the local authorities are being asked to run this scheme?