Assisted decision-making legislation
Catherine Murphy asks when the assisted decision-making Bill will be published; the Tánaiste calls it a priority for this session and says the related pyrite levy legislation is likely to be in the Finance Bill.
I have a question about two pieces of legislation. The assisted decision-making (capacity) Bill is obviously on the A list but when might we see it published and what is the expected timeline for its completed passage through the Dáil? The second piece of legislation is associated with the fund on pyrite that was announced before Christmas. Clearly, a piece of legislation will accompany that in respect of a levy on the industry. It is not on the list. Is it necessary for that piece of legislation to be in place before solutions are commenced? When are we likely to see that piece of legislation?
Comment on this
The Minister of State with responsibility for disability, equality and mental health is working on the assisted decision-making (capacity) Bill. It is a priority for the Government and is expected this session. To the best of my knowledge, the pyrite issue is to be dealt with in the finance Bill. I will have the matter checked and a reply sent to the Deputy.