Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)

The Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government has indicated that he wants to introduce a major piece of planning legislation. Has the Government considered that matter and when is it likely to be brought before the House?

The recent budget provided for a charge on second homes. When will the charge on a non-principal private residence be given legislative effect? The upward-only rent structure is beginning to have a major impact on employment. Will changes in legislation be brought forward with regard to upward-only rent, as indicated by some Ministers?

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