Martin Conway (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I call on the Central Bank to issue a protocol for dealing with people in mortgage arrears who suffer from depression or mental illness. In recent days and weeks, there has been much talk about suicide and suicidal tendencies in the House. It is only proper, therefore, that we call on the Minister for Finance to come to the House to tell us what protocols, if any, have been put in place by the Central Bank for financial institutions to deal with people in mortgage arrears who are suffering from mental illness. The worrying trend is growing. I noted the comments of some professionals over the weekend. They are also referring to the effects of mental illness and suicidal tendencies on those in mortgage arrears. This is a growing problem and I would like a debate on it.