Cormac Devlin
Ceist:
407. Deputy Cormac Devlin asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will provide a report on the progress made implementing the Programme for Government commitments within his remit and on the achievements since the formation of the Government; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41389/26]
Amharc ar fhreagra
The information requested is being compiled and will be forwarded to the Deputy in accordance with Standing Orders.
The following deferred reply was received under Standing Orders.
The Programme for Government – Securing Ireland’s Future sets out a clear framework of actions across housing, planning, water infrastructure, heritage and local government.
Significant progress has been made across my Department’s remit since the formation of the Government. Key achievements include the publication of the new national housing plan, Delivering Homes, Building Communities 2025–2030 and continued implementation of the Planning and Development Act 2024, with substantial provisions now commenced.
Record levels of investment have been secured to support housing delivery, including funding for Uisce Éireann and the establishment of a €1 billion Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund to unlock development. These investments are complemented by measures to increase land activation and housing supply which are advancing, including implementation of the Residential Zoned Land Tax and the work of the Housing Activation Office in removing barriers to delivering more housing.
Progress is also being made in affordability supports through the Starter Homes Programme and cost rental schemes, paired with enhanced supports to address homelessness, including increased funding and the development of prevention measures.
Further progress is being achieved in areas such as water quality, biodiversity and heritage through implementation of national strategies and investment programmes. Work is also continuing to support the development of sustainable and thriving communities through investment in local government services, community development initiatives and measures that enhance the quality of life in villages, towns and cities across the country.
Overall, my Department continues to make steady and measurable progress across Programme for Government commitments within my department’s remit. A detailed report on this continued progress has been compiled and is provided in tabular format accompanying this reply.
