Maurice Quinlivan (Limerick City, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Page 33 of the programme for Government refers to tackling insurance costs. The reason I raise this issue is because there is probably not a Deputy in the Chamber who has not been lobbied by business groups, community groups and individuals whose premiums have skyrocketed. We do not believe the Government has made any particular intervention to address the situation. I urge the Government to make an urgent intervention.

The Suas climbing centre in Gillogue on the outskirts of Limerick is at risk of closure, resulting in job losses for its workers and the loss of an excellent facility that is used by many people in Limerick, Clare and Tipperary. What specific measures will be introduced to address the insurance problems? The Government has done nothing so far.

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