Jennifer Murnane O'Connor (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Mr. Walsh is correct, but the local authority will have the bulk of the work done before it goes to the board, apart from getting a decision on the application. In fairness, this applies to 80% of local authorities. I am saying that in these times when some local authorities are finding it harder, the bulk of the fees paid, not half, should be left with them. We all know that there are staffing and other issues to be dealt with. I firmly believe this issue should be looked at.