Housing and Residential Tenancies (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2026: Committee and Remaining Stages
Seanad Éireann — 2026-07-14
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James Browne (FF), Wexford

I am happy to address that because I have addressed it in multiple debates already in relation to this miscellaneous provisions Bill. There is a problem with the lack of consistency in the application of the circular across the country. We are deliberately bringing this in to ensure there is regulatory certainty and consistency, and we will also be providing guidance and training to our local authorities to ensure it is applied consistently. I have said, not just in this debate but also in previous debates on this Bill, that there is a problem with a lack of consistency across the country.

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Sitting date: 2026-07-14