Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Independent) | Oireachtas source

The group also seeks provision of upfront funding. Attention has already been drawn to the €1 billion in the development levy fund and the levy on quarries. However, there needs to be an upfront fund if this is to be dealt with. How can a property tax be applied on something that is falling down around the owners and causing nothing but grief? It is valid to expect a waiver from any household charge or forthcoming property tax. We need to take strong action against those identified as the cause of the problem. We need to close the door on them unless they open the door to those who have been subjected to this horrific problem.

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