David Norris (Independent)

I am floating in on this rather opportunistically. Senator Doherty raised the spectre of self-catering units and asked whether the fine was to be applied to each unit. I received communication at a very late date from somebody I know who is engaged in the self-catering chalet business. The cost of levies and fines would apparently be sufficient to put him out of business. If possible, I will send a copy to the Minister and consider tabling some amendment. I know it is not practical for the Minister, having yielded to much public persuasion on the matter of mobile homes etc., to exempt every single category one by one. If he did, he would be left with absolutely nothing in the kitty. However, I want to fire this shot so I will be able to say I mentioned the issue, tabled an amendment or sent the communication to the Minister for his consideration.