Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

What is the current position regarding No. 86 on the legislative programme, the planning Bill, the purpose of which is to provide for the implementation of planning recommendations in the report of the Mahon tribunal and other matters? Given the concerns expressed during and prior to the Mahon tribunal, is it envisaged that the Bill will come before the House at an early date?

No. 90 on the list is the insurance Bill, the purpose of which is to provide for the continuing regulation and supervision of the insurance and re-insurance business. Given the need for a viable insurance sector and the necessity to provide insurance cover to various businesses and households, this is important legislation. Has the Cabinet discussed the Bill and, if so, have the heads been approved? When will the legislation come before the House?

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