Question 1

What does the Social Housing (Real Social Housing) Bill 2019 do?

Accepted Answer

Amends Housing Acts 1966-2009 to legally define 'real social housing' as dwellings owned by local authorities or approved housing bodies, distinct from temporary support schemes. Defines 'social housing support' as temporary assistance including Housing Assistance Payment, long-term leases, and Rental Accommodation Scheme tenancies for households awaiting permanent housing. Grants local authorities powers to purchase, build, lease, convert, or refurbish dwellings and permits mixed-income housing arrangements when providing social housing.

Question 2

What stage is the Social Housing (Real Social Housing) Bill 2019 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 13 Feb 2020, the Social Housing (Real Social Housing) Bill 2019 is at First Stage in 32nd Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Social Housing (Real Social Housing) Bill 2019?

Accepted Answer

The Social Housing (Real Social Housing) Bill 2019 was sponsored by Eoin Ó Broin, and was introduced on 26 Jun 2019.

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