I wish to ask about the building control Bill, the general scheme of which was recently published. The Bill will legislate for the registration of building contractors to ensure compliance with improved building standards. This is necessary. In my constituency we have had issues with the Beacon South Quarter and there are other apartment complexes with fire and safety issues and pyrite issues. I ask that this be expedited. Will the Taoiseach indicate when it may come back to the House?

The heads have been cleared by Cabinet and the Bill is being drafted by the Department. We hope to have legislation later in the year.