Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 January 2022
489. Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if it is an offence to offer reduced rent in exchange for sex, as reported by a newspaper (details supplied); if not, the steps he will take to stop this from occurring; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63492/21]
Amharc ar fhreagra504. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the actions his Department plans to take to ensure the practice of landlords offering accommodation for sex is not permitted within the rental system in view of newspaper reports of landlords offering accommodation for sex. [63631/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 489 and 504 together.
I condemn in the strongest terms any instance where properties are offered for rent in return for sexual acts. I have sought and received advice from the Attorney General in relation to the matter, which I am currently considering in consultation with my colleague the Minister for Justice.
