Three Fine Gael TDs from the areas worst affected by the mica issue are seeking an urgent meeting with Leo Varadkar after his comments that a 100% mica redress scheme is not probable. A mica redress scheme has already caused significant tensions within the Government, with representatives from the counties most impacted calling for a compensation scheme that covers 100% of the costs. Donegal TD Joe McHugh, Clare TD Joe Carey and Mayo TD Alan Dillon, last night contacted their party leader seeking a meeting to discuss redress for mica homeowners following his comments. A spokesman for Mr Varadkar told the Irish Examiner that the Tánaiste is not opposed to - nor is he ruling out - 100% redress. Last night Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe told the Dáil that he intends to speak to the banks about the contribution they might make to any redress scheme.

Source: Irish Examiner September 22, 2021 05:30 UTC