Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

None of the academic or training courses for professionals, inspectors of buildings and so on viewed it as an issue. The problem is being addressed.

I agree with Deputy Ellis, in that the standards must be independent and stand up to scrutiny, and the job must be done and certified. A home owner will have a certification to the effect that the house is pyrite free.

Notwithstanding Deputy Joan Collins's concerns, the Minister, Deputy Hogan, is committed to resolving this issue as quickly as possible. When the board is announced and voluntary agreement is reached, there will be finality to this issue, at least in terms of the process.

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