Batt O'Keeffe (Cork North West, Fianna Fail)

There are two issues and Deputy Lynch is now confusing regulation and licensing. I indicated that we intend to produce new, improved regulations early in the new year. The regulations will pertain to the outward appearance of private rented accommodation — the paths, driveways and so forth — and, in particular, to the type of heating and insulation levels in the house. These issues will be covered under the recommendations made in the new regulations.

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