Ann Ormonde (Fianna Fail)

In relation to the many calls from both sides for a debate on planning, I spoke to the Minister for the Environment and Local Government yesterday and relayed the views expressed in the House on many occasions on one-off housing, recycling, staffing and appeals to An Bord Pleanála and the length of time they take. The Minister is aware of these views and said he would like to come to the House but wanted time to examine all of these areas which he believes are very complex. He will take time to do so but will come to the House when that examination has been completed.