Willie Penrose (Longford-Westmeath, Labour)

Where there are bonds attaching that are active and alive, I would be surprised if any local authority did not ensure that it would be taking all steps, including legal recourse, so that the bonds available are utilised in the context of dealing with the particular problems that have arisen, but if Deputy Catherine Murphy brings a particular case to my attention, I certainly will pursue it vigorously with the local authority because this is a vital aspect. In fairness, Deputy Murphy raised a significant aspect. There will be recommendations in the context of the report concerning the issue of bonds and how they might be dealt with in the future.

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