Terence Flanagan (Dublin North East, Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister for his response. On management companies, I have tabled a parliamentary question in respect of certain estates in my constituency. This sector is completely unregulated and people are being charged on the double in terms of high prices for homes and between €500 and €800 in management fees, depending on whether they live in a house or an apartment.

This is a serious issue. There are huge delays in the taking in charge of housing estates by local authorities. The management companies are extorting money from people for up to ten years in some instances. Will the Minister ensure the taking in charge process will be improved upon?

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