Mary White (Fianna Fail)

In section 2(2)(c), I propose inserting "unless the above items are individually designed and manufactured for the relevant construction operations".

This amendment reflects the concern of contractors involved on the Dublin Airport Terminal 2 project. Bespoke components made for a specific project should come within the legislation. This is because many construction operations involve fabrication off-site. Such an amendment would also be supported by the professional bodies. This is landmark legislation. While it does not remedy the injustices done to the many thousands of subcontractors who have been left without payment, it will protect subcontractors in future from non-payment, late payment and underpayment.