Dick Roche (Wicklow, Fianna Fail)

That does not apply to this legislation because it relates to the assessment of people using the title "architect". Deputy Durkan is correct that those of us who have operated in local authorities such as Kildare and Wicklow know there are extraordinary people operating. Many gifted people who have not gone through formal training will be assisted by this legislation while charlatans will be weeded out. It is very important that a technical assessment of people who would practise be carried out and this legislation allows for such a provision.

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