Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I do not believe that the only way to deliver houses is through the private market but I do believe that it is part of the way. I believe we need a mix. I believe we need private developers and builders, we need social and affordable housing and we need cost rental. I believe we need a whole variety.

As regards when the report was due to be published, the Minister received it on 8 May. My understanding was the Minister was working up a response to the 83 recommendations and was due to bring a memorandum to Government and then publish the report. That would generally be the way. Now there is partial information in the public domain. The Deputy does not know the recommendations. This House has not seen the recommendations. I have not had an opportunity to read the 400 pages of the report, but I will be doing so now. It makes sense to publish the report this week so that we can have an informed debate.

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