I am so angry this is my brothers house, his and his family’s dream home that they worked so hard to create now it has to come down 😥😡
Not the fault of the people!!@LeoVaradkar #TaxPayers
Where is the support? @MichealMartinTD @DarraghOBrienTD @PaddyDiver4 #micaredress https://t.co/leQ5rqXMYy— Denise Diver (@DeniseDiver) August 27, 2021
This morning/afternoon.
There are approximately 5,000 homes in Donegal, Mayo, Clare, and Sligo affected by mica – a toxic mineral used in building blocks – with some houses having to be demolished.
The Department of Housing say it will only cover 90% of costs to homeowners.
However Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue told the Irish Examiner:
“I remain committed to seeing the homeowners affected by mica achieve a 100% redress scheme that is fit for purpose and will support families to rebuild their homes and their dreams.
“Families affected are in this situation through no fault of their own.”
Previously: Cabinet row brews over mica homes compensation scheme (Irish Examiner, August 22)
Surely the liability here first lies with the builder and then with the materials supplier. Why does the tax payer need to foot the bill?
Yes, it’s not MY fault, why do I have to pay? Chase the supplier, or the directors personally if it’s gone bust
How did the builders manage to get off scot free?!
I think the liability lies with the supplier who knowingly supplied faulty goods
only 90%??? for an issue that has nothing to do with the government?? heads must roll!!!