Mica crisis: AG looking at ways to penalise quarries over sale of defective blocks

The Mica and Pyrite issue has led to thousands of families living in homes made with defective blocks.

The Attorney General is working on mechanisms to have liable quarries penalised over the sale of defective blocks, the Dáil has heard.

Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien, speaking during Leader's Questions, said he is working "extensively" with Paul Gallagher SC to ensure those who are liable can be held accountable. "I believe those that are responsible should contribute towards remediation and can contribute towards it," Mr O'Brien said.