Darragh O'Brien (Dublin Fingal, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I say the following to be helpful. The Deputy is of the view that we could use first the pyrite remediation scheme and the Act that underpins it. That would not be the way forward. From discussing the matter with residents and, in particular, the Construction Defects Alliance, I know that is not their view. We will need bespoke legislation. That does not mean we will not bring in interim measures to help, particularly in the context of fire safety. I am aware of the need in that regard.

I participated in the "Prime Time" programme. I watched it and saw the testimonies of residents. We will help them. Deputies across the House have been very constructive on this issue, which affects approximately 100,000 homes. I want to make those homes right and help people get their lives back on track. As regards when this will happen, I expect us to be able to give sight early next year of the type of interim measures I anticipate. I expect to bring a memorandum and recommendations to Cabinet on or about 13 December. As stated, I will keep all Deputies with an interest in this matter fully apprised of progress. We will be working on this matter as we move forward. We do not need the legislation to do everything, but we need it to underpin a robust scheme that will be with us for several years to come.

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