Homeowners impacted by defective concrete blocks in the Republic of Ireland have criticised a new Irish government financial support scheme
A group of homeowners impacted by defective concrete blocks in the Republic of Ireland have criticised a new Irish government financial support scheme.The mineral absorbs water, which can cause walls to crack and crumble.
"The facts have been repeatedly and plainly laid in front of them, whether it be the lived experience of those affected, case studies, statistics, scientific evidence and zero-cost solutions put forward by homeowners themselves," Ms Hone said. "Due to the mammoth campaign mounted by homeowners there is progress in certain areas. However, government’s refusal to take on board the complexities and scale of the issue means that serious flaws and gaps remain".
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