Michael Finneran (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fianna Fail)

Amendments Nos.15 and 29 were also covered in our discussions on disability and housing related issues. I do not believe these amendments are necessary as their effect is essentially already comprehended by the Bill as it stands. I do not therefore propose to accept them. On the matter raised by Deputy McCormack, new houses are obliged to have wheelchair accessibility. I remind the Deputy that this is a planning matter.

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