Caít Keane (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Yes; this can be counted if it is agreed that businesses are part of the community, rather than just being seen as paying rates. There are different mechanisms available to us; there are different ways to skin a cat. If areas do not have jobs and people are being put out of business, we are on a hiding to nothing. The provision will give local councillors leeway to reduce rates where businesses cannot afford them.