Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)

I accept what the Senator has said. We are all on the same page in relation to this matter. We want to help people who, through no fault of their own, were dealt a severe blow when products of a certain quality unfortunately got into the construction system. The results of that are evident when one looks at the condition of houses. I am determined to assist in trying to solve the serious problems that face many residents. I look forward to having constructive discussions to the end in the next few weeks. I assure Senator Byrne that even though I had hoped to receive the report by 1 March, I suspect we might get a better result because we have had to wait an extra few weeks. We might be able to work with the insurance companies, which he mentioned, and the industry itself to devise a framework within which people can be helped.