Seanad debates

Wednesday, 10 March 2010

Multi-Unit Developments Bill 2009: Committee Stage

 

4:00 pm

Photo of Feargal QuinnFeargal Quinn (Independent)

While I understand the Minister and share his objective, his response does not overcome the problem. The Bill confers jurisdiction on the Circuit Court. Did the Minister indicate that the District Court rather than Circuit Court would be a less expensive option for dealing with this matter? I am not sure I understand the precise details.

As the Minister will note, the objective of the amendment is to reduce costs in cases of this nature. He is correct that the purpose of the Small Claims Court was to benefit consumers rather than landlords. While I understand the objective he is trying to achieve, will he clarify the role of the District Court as opposed to the Circuit Court in cases of this nature?

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