Malcolm Noonan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

On the NSAI review of IS 465, the ongoing work is autonomous. An interagency defective concrete block technical matters steering group was established to inform and guide the NSAI review of a number of relevant standards, including IS 465, and the impact, if any, on foundations and the effect, if any, on full cavity-fill insulation on homes susceptible to defective block work. This work has been detailed and the NSAI has been very strong in its focus. The NSAI is Ireland's official standards body and it is autonomous under the aegis of the Minister for Enterprise, trade and Employment.

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