European Parliament unanimously accept report on defective blocks

The European Parliament have unanimously accepted the report carried out on the use of defective concrete blocks in Ireland.

A fact-finding mission was carried out in Donegal a number of months ago, which strengthened calls for 100% redress for those affected.

Key recommendations in the report included significant improvements to the redress scheme, and that a public enquiry should be held.

There have also been calls to reduce the amount of red tape those applying for the scheme must go through.