The Justice Minister has said that the personal insolvency bill will be enacted through both Oireachtas houses by 20 December and will become operative next year.
The failings of Government to take simple steps to help mortgage holders has caused further damage – and the Insolvency Bill is by no means our saviour, writes David Hall.
Aggressive banks are making mortgage resolution impossible, writes David Hall of New Beginning – and suggests a way to restore trust between lenders and borrowers.
The Keane Report, independent TD Stephen Donnelly notes, cites “inappropriate mortgage-holder behaviour”. It does not mention “inappropriate banker behaviour”.
People behind on mortgage payments face humiliating personal interrogation from their bankers. We need a new independent solution, writes David Hall of New Beginning.
Governor Patrick Honohan told Oireachtas committee that Central Bank checking that institutions are following its code in tackling mortgage arrears: “They are behind the curve”.
The campaign to have debt forgiveness introduced for those unable to meet their home loan payments is gathering voice. Do you think there should be such a scheme?
Chorus of calls for Government to organise a mortgage debt relief scheme for worst-off householders builds to crescendo – and now a government junior minister is backing it…
AS TEMPERATURES SOARED across the country over the past week, Irish people have been making the most of the sunshine.
But Irish Water has appealed to members of the public in numerous counties to reduce their water usage to ensure a consistent supply for all during this busy time.
Nighttime restrictions have been put in place in some areas to help maintain supply.
In general, long spells of dry and warm weather can affect water supply in many areas. People are asked to take extra measures to conserve water during these periods.
But do you try to use less water during warm weather or does your consumption stay the same?
Today we want to know… Are you making an effort to conserve water during this heat wave?
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