Consumer Protection.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 May 2008

Thursday, 8 May 2008

Questions (531)

Pat Rabbitte

Question:

531 Deputy Pat Rabbitte asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the anticipated benefits for house purchasers arising from the application of consumer protection law to real property transactions, as a result of the Consumer Protection Act 2007; if, in particular, a reduction in conveyancing costs for intending purchasers is anticipated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17754/08]

Written answers

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Deputy Dermot Ahern)

The position is that matters relating to consumer protection, including the impact of provisions of the Consumer Protection Act 2007, fall primarily within the policy area of the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment.