Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)

I move amendment No. 37:

In page 12, line 1, after "a" to insert "standard".

From discussions I had with the trade, I am of the view that a standard form might be more explicit and might indicate more clearly what was in mind. For example, somebody might decide to introduce their own form. I know this would never happen, and should never happen, but in situations of this nature, the specified form may be intended in the section but it does not specifically say so. I hope the Minister of State, in one of his weaker moments, will decide to incorporate it in the section.

There is a further reference in amendment No. 40 to the inclusion of a standard checklist. I ask that this be included because it can be very helpful in determining the basic requirements and areas of contention, particularly with reference to installations, whether they be electrical, gas or plumbing and heating. Certain basics must be followed and a checklist should be incorporated which would cover some of the queries I had in that area.

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