I propose to take Questions Nos. 53, 64 and 71 together.
My Department continues to examine possible measures aimed at moderating land costs for housing and other essential public infrastructure. The report on ownership and control of building land, which was commissioned by my Department from Goodbody economic consultants, forms part of that process. It remains under consideration and will be published when that examination is complete. I welcome the ninth progress report of the All-Party Committee on the Constitution on the subject of property rights. My Department will give detailed consideration to all its recommendations as part of that examination in consultation with other Departments as appropriate. I have noted the committee's view that capping the price of building land does not require a constitutional amendment and the Attorney General will be consulted on this and other related matters.
The National Economic and Social Council is currently undertaking a major study on housing and land policy which, I understand, will be finalised shortly. All three reports and any other relevant analysis and research will be considered in finalising a policy response to these issues.