Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick City, Labour)

I may not have the answers to all of the Deputy's questions and, if not, I can revert to him later. Unfortunately, we are dealing with a number of legacy issues concerning things that were not done properly in the past. We must learn from them for the future and ensure that we put proper systems in place so they cannot possibly recur. We are working on that and will put such systems in place. Together with the Minister, Deputy Hogan, I am determined to do that. We will certainly examine the Deputy's general suggestions on the north fringe because, as a local representative in the area, he is more familiar with the situation than I am.

The Deputy asked me about the number of people affected as well as whether inspections were undertaken prior to taking over certain properties. I do not have a direct answer on inspections but I know that about 300 dwellings, which is approximately 25% of the units at Belmayne, are affected by the immediate problem. They include private residents as well as local authority and voluntary housing body tenants. Therefore, a number of different types of residents are affected.

As regards Priory Hall, I have been in touch with the Dublin city manager, as has the Minister, Deputy Hogan. There are ongoing discussions, as the Deputy is aware.

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