I thank the Taoiseach for the information on the housing Bill and I support my colleague in that regard.

The cost of criminal legal aid has been an issue of concern in the country. It was even a concern when the current Opposition was in government. When will the criminal justice (legal aid) Bill come before the House? Have the heads been cleared? Will it be in the House at an early date?

An issue that has cost this country dearly in the past and which we will recall with some interest is the activity of lobbyists over the years.

What Bill are you talking about?

It led to considerable difficulty for many people inside and outside this House. When will the regulation of lobbying Bill come before the House? To what extent have the heads been cleared by the Government?

The heads of the criminal justice (legal aid) Bill were cleared back in 2010. It is scheduled at the moment for early next year. The heads of the regulation of lobbying Bill were cleared last week and it will be published this session.