Eoghan Murphy (Dublin Bay South, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I appreciate that. The system by which an area is designated an RPZ is based on the most recent data we get on a quarterly basis from the RTB, which then consults with the Housing Agency and a recommendation for a new area is given to me to sign off on. Two areas were included in the final quarterly report of 2018. There is no flexibility on my part. In the legislation we are taking due care to make sure there are no unforeseen consequences and we think we have captured them in the previous changes. I appreciate what the Senator said on the matter.

I hope new candidates will be elected and if there is an opportunity to talk to them about how this aspect of government works in their area as they are learning the ropes I will make myself available.