Michael Shine abuse investigation
Deputy O’Dowd supported calls for a commission of investigation into abuse linked to Michael Shine and asked for a high-level meeting. The Taoiseach said Departments were preparing options and he would ensure Government engagement with the group.
Yesterday, Dublin City Council brought forward Part 8 proposals for almost 500 homes in Balcurris and Balbutcher. These are in addition to the other Part 8 proposals passed earlier in the year in Wellmount and Cardiffsbridge - all public homes on public land, all built under Housing for All and we did not even have to turn one page of Deputy Ó Broin’s little green book.
Unfortunately, many homes come through the non-Part 8 process and require the traditional one and they need reform of the planning Bill. Will the Taoiseach update the House on the progress of the Bill? Will he commit to the Bill being passed in full before the end of this Dáil and before any election is held?