Mr. Mark Garrett:

There are significant and detailed issues. I am happy to address some of the detailed concerns but in the bigger picture, we wish there was one solution to these significant issues. There are always some areas on which we can work to provide clarity in the Bill and on issues and so on. Unfortunately, I think there is a more significant issue around this legislation. Digitisation is one issue we talk about. The digitisation of statutory declarations and statements of truth would make such a difference and would smooth out the process. That requires legislation.

There are historical issues around unenforceable planning decisions. We have made proposals to amend the planning Bill that is going through the Oireachtas but they have not been taken up.

It would significantly reduce the burden on buyers and sellers within the sale process. There is lots to consider.