Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

In terms of output, social and affordable housing, the voluntary sector and the resources provided, the analysis provided by Deputy Ó Caoláin is incorrect. We can try to achieve the flexibility in the Planning and Development Act 2000 and the Planning and Development (Amendment) Act 2002. We can also try to get local authorities to use the principle of Part V instead of making arrangements with developers. This responsibility lies with local authorities.

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