Michael McNamara (Clare, Independent) | Oireachtas source

Obviously, the notice of termination served in accordance with the Act shall not be served. The Residential Tenancies Act 2004 is confined to certain tenancies and specifically excludes persons who are living in the landlord's house. The rent a room scheme is specifically excluded and I do not think it should be. The purpose of amendment No. 16 is to bring persons who could otherwise be evicted within the protection which the Government gives to tenancies within the meaning of the 2004 Act. There are other exemptions within the Act which would be removed, therefore bringing those tenants within the protection of the Act. It specifically applies to people in a scenario such as a rent a room scheme.

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