Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry South, Independent)

When will the promised legislation to allow previously self-employed people to claim social welfare be introduced? They are now in limbo through no fault of their own. The legislation was promised by the Minister for Social Protection. These people not only paid taxes all their lives but they also acted as tax collectors for the State.

The second question relates to the local government reform Bill being brought forward by the Minister for septic tanks. Is the Government aware of the very serious situation with An Bord Pleanála?

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