James Bannon (Fine Gael)

Young people in several areas have been denied planning permission to build homes on their parents' farms. This is an issue that has arisen time and again and it must be dealt with. The planning regulations are far too restrictive and we were promised some changes in this regard. The Government made sure to put out the right message on this issue in the run-up to the last local elections but it has taken no action to date. It is important that we have a comprehensive debate. The matter will be dealt with by the incoming Fine Gael-Labour Government if the present Government will not do so.