Maria Byrne (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State for coming here today to discuss this all important issue. My question is to ask him to make a statement regarding supports for tenants given notice to quit. This applies especially to those in long-term rental, and who have been there for four, five or six years. Many landlords have decided to leave the rental market as we are very aware. It is a huge issue. We have almost 4,000 people on our waiting list in Limerick, and up to now people like that had no other choice but to try to get somewhere else, or else go on the housing waiting list. Will the Minister of State outline what supports are intended or have been introduced in recent times to support these tenants? Many people are not aware of their rights and they may not have the best relationship with the landlord. In many cases the house is genuinely being sold but in some cases people are using that as an excuse. I am asking if there are any supports for people in that situation.