The private rented sector will not provide the solution to the current housing crisis, which has allowed for tenants to be exploited by unscrupulous landlords. Many people are losing their deposits or have been subjected to massive rent increases and petty harassment. The State's rental accommodation scheme has been completely undermined by the actions of some landlords. When will the landlord and tenant Bill be introduced and will it offer real protection and rent control for tenants?

I do not have a publication date for the landlord and tenant Bill. I thought the Deputy was going to ask about the housing (miscellaneous provisions) Bill, which is due in May. I will revert to her in respect of the legislation she referred to.