Green Party politicians voice concerns about ending eviction ban but sources say Cabinet decision will likely allay inter-Coalition tension
Secondly, for those not in receipt of supports but at risk of homelessness, their local housing body or council can purchase their home and rent it to them on a “cost rental” or not-for-profit basis.For those tenants who are in a position to purchase their home, a third option will be available. They will be given first refusal on buying their home, and can apply for the State-backed shared equity scheme which will reduce the up-front cost of purchase by up to 30 per cent.
Green Party TD Neasa Hourigan has already indicated that she would vote with the Sinn Féin motion, although the Government is working on a counter-motion. If Ms Hourigan does not vote with the Coalition, she will likely lose the party whip, putting the Government’s majority in danger. Her fellow party TD Patrick Costello has yet to say how he will vote.
“Likewise the opportunity for an Approved Housing Body to purchase and offer secure and affordable cost rental options. “We as a Government really should have brought some more in,” she said, while also questioning whether there were sufficient resources in the Department of Housing – adding that she did not believe Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien was “sitting on his hands”.
Meanwhile, the Independent Regional Group said it has “eight asks” of the Government if their support is to be assured.
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