Colette Kelleher (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I move amendment No. 1:

In page 19, line 29, after “statement,” to insert “engage in consultation with relevant sector bodies, and”.

I listened to the Minister's arguments on the previous Stage of the Bill. I am content to withdraw this amendment, but I would like some reassurances that the Minister will issue guidance and direction to the new regulator, outside of legislation, that it should have an independent but connected relationship with the approved housing bodies, particularly in the formation of strategy. I am willing to withdraw the amendment once I get those reassurances.