Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 January 2019
852. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the supports available to homeowners and tenants who wish to carry out a radon test at their home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1106/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraA number of companies provide radon testing services, with an average cost of €50 for a test. Currently there are no financial supports in place in relation to radon testing. The National Radon Control Strategy Group continues to examine radon testing levels and how they might be increased. Research on behavioural aspects of radon testing and remediation is on-going. The cost of testing, while relatively low, is recognised as a barrier to testing. A research survey was carried out in the Roscommon/East Galway area during late 2018, where a number of householders were offered a free radon test, a 50% grant towards the cost of any necessary remediation work (subject to a maximum of €500), and a free follow-up test following any remediation.
The findings of the survey and other on-going research in the area will form part of the second stage of the National Radon Control Strategy which is currently under development. The strategy will aim to increase radon awareness and testing levels.
