Maria Bailey (Dún Laoghaire, Fine Gael)
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The benefit of being the final speaker is that many of the questions have already been asked. This is a report that we want to do and we want to get very definitive answers if possible. What effects could Brexit have on building costs and completions? Do the witnesses expect delays in completions? If the UK were to leave the Single Market or customs union or in the event that there was no Brexit, what would be the impact on the cost of materials or the delay in delivering them?

Dr. Healy indicated that 30% of wood products and 50% of rapid build, electrical and plumbing materials come from the UK. It would be of great benefit to have more detail of this nature. If the witnesses do not have it with them, it would be helpful if they could send it on to the committee.

On infrastructure, Project Ireland 2040 outlines, for the next ten years, areas in which investment will be made in infrastructure, for example, tier 1 and tier 2 ports. Should other infrastructure be prioritised and, if so, what and where is it? The skill shortage has been covered in the questions on whether Brexit takes place or not.

Deputy Ó Broin wants to make a final point.