Defective Building Materials

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 17 June 2021

Thursday, 17 June 2021

Ceisteanna (125)

Thomas Pringle

Ceist:

125. Deputy Thomas Pringle asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the fines or sanctions that are issued to those involved in providing and building with defective concrete blocks to assist in funding the grant schemes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31922/21]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform

The remediation schemes arising from the use of defective concrete blocks come under the remit of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. The management and administration of the schemes are therefore a matter for that Department.