Ivana Bacik (Independent)

I support both amendments. It is important to allow for a more concrete method of consultation to take place whereby written submissions or observations can be made. I think six weeks may not provide enough time, however, and eight weeks would allow the bodies concerned a little more time to consider the information they have received from the housing authority and to make more comprehensive and more thoughtful submissions and observations. It is not about challenging the Minister of State on his amendment, but about extending the time to eight weeks rather than six weeks. I do not see a reason for keeping within the six-week limit. A further two weeks will not impose any undue burden on the housing authority. I welcome the Minister of State's indication that he might support this.