Michael Finneran (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fianna Fail)

The intention of this amendment is not clear. Section 31(4) provides housing authorities with the power to make charges relating to a range of functions, including the provision of services which are also provided to the occupants of other dwellings. It is not intended that charges would be levied on households for services from which such households do not benefit, nor is there any intention to levy charges in respect of special needs services. In the circumstances, will Senator Hannigan withdraw the amendment?