John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

He said, "The one thing I regret the most about the last four years was that decision" which was the decision to abolish town councils. The restoration of local democracy and town councils is essential, which is what he wants to happen. I agree with him. The Minister is of the view that there is something wrong with the way we manage local government, an issue which arises here on an ongoing basis. I would like to see some way of addressing this within the remit of the Committee of Public Accounts.