Olwyn Enright (Laois-Offaly, Fine Gael)

We thrashed out this issue to a large extent on Committee Stage. We have managed to do this in other areas, particularly with social and affordable housing provisions. I know that is simpler because in such an instance we deal with a brand new estate and the location is clear. It would be done on that basis.

It is not only with those in receipt of rent supplement but with people in general who do not have a long-term interest in a particular property where difficulties can arise. This is an issue which merits examination. There is a figure of 20%; it can be somewhere in that region. I have received complaints from some areas about this matter. During the last general election difficulties were more apparent in some areas than in others. I could see it easily at times as I was going around. I am interested to hear the Minister's views.

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