Paul Bradford (Fine Gael)

The word is from a former era. It will be an arrangement rather than an amnesty.

My colleague, Senator Walsh, when he realised this matter was being raised, brought it to my attention that we might get some clarification on the issue of people who are currently residing in Britain, for example, but who own a house in Ireland which is let to tenants. Do they pay both the household charge and the non-principal private residence charge? They are not living in Ireland, so it is not their second Irish property. What are their obligations?

That covers the questions I wished to ask. I welcome the fact that this scheme is up and running and that there is a mature and positive response from the public. However, if we tie up the loose ends and remove the doubts, it will be easier for everyone.