Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 September 2022
515. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will provide funding for South Dublin County Council to reopen the caravan loan scheme given that SDCC had to prioritise the loans provided due to the high volume of applicants; if he agrees that this proves the need for the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42055/22]
Amharc ar fhreagra581. Deputy Mairéad Farrell asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage when the caravan loan scheme for Traveller families will commence in local authorities across the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43025/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 515 and 581 together.
The Housing (Traveller Accommodation) Act 1998 provides that the role of my Department is to ensure that there are adequate structures and supports in place to assist housing authorities in providing accommodation for Travellers, including a national framework of policy, legislation and funding.
My Department recently issued a circular to all local authorities outlining details of the extended pilot Caravan Loan Scheme which is now in operation in local authorities until the end of 2022.
