Jennifer Murnane O'Connor (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Does the pilot programme for rapid-build accommodation incorporate modular builds in all local authority areas? We must support the rapid development of family homes for those in need. I intend to speak to the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Deputy Darragh O'Brien, and the Tánaiste about this matter later today, but will the Taoiseach indicate whether the State will consider taking shares in companies that deliver rapid-build houses throughout Ireland on State land? These companies have the expertise that the State no longer has. Does the Taoiseach remember when foresight was displayed in this Chamber years ago with regard the ESB and Bord na Móna? Really good decisions were made. We are in a crisis situation. We need fast-build accommodation units for homeless people and for all local authorities. The latter are no longer equipped to build houses. Will the Government consider doing what I have suggested?

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