Gerard Craughwell (Independent) | Oireachtas source

Six houses in Millfield Manor, Newbridge were burned down recently in an arson attack. The owners of the remaining properties in the estate have serious concerns about the safety of their houses and apartments. In particular, the complete collapse of the six houses has led to concern about the soundness of their construction. Residents are concerned, too, about the impact of the fire on their insurance cover. They are asking whether their houses comply with fire safety regulations and have questions about the planning authority and the responsibilities of the Government and NAMA. There is also the issue of the unfinished properties in the estate which are attracting anti-social behaviour. I will forward the list of queries to the Leader by e-mail and ask that he raise them with the responsible Minister and come back to me with answers. I only received this information today and would not ordinarily bring it in this direction. However, it is a matter of some urgency and there is a meeting of concerned residents taking place tomorrow night.