Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 September 2012
95. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Taoiseach if he will extend the agenda of the Constitutional Convention to include the abolition of ground rent property rights and ensure that all freeholds are unencumbered by the medieval ground rent; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36935/12]
View answer96. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Taoiseach if he will extend the agenda of the Constitutional Convention to include the right of citizens to a home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36936/12]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 95 and 96 together.
As I said in my speech to the Dáil on 10 July last, when moving a Resolution approving the calling of the Constitutional Convention, the Government is of the view that the Convention’s work programme is appropriate and the issues that will be before it are not light matters. However, the Government would be prepared to consider whether other topics could be considered at a later date. The Government will review this matter in the light of experience and the Tánaiste and I will consult with Opposition representatives and the chairperson of the Convention at the appropriate time.
