asked the Minister for Justice whether, in view of the increases in rents, amounting in some cases to as much as 125 per cent. on old rents, which follow the carrying out of repairs by private housing companies, he will introduce legislation to amend the Rent Restrictions Acts in order to set a reasonable maximum limit beyond which any such increases will not be permitted.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Amendment of Rent Restrictions Acts.
All aspects of rent control, including the aspects referred to by the Deputy, are still under consideration. Meanwhile, I am not in a position to indicate what decisions may be taken in the matter.
Can the Minister give any idea how long it will take for a decision to be reached in regard to this very important question?
It is not before the Government at the moment, and I cannot say when it will be before them.