Grace O'Sullivan (Green Party) | Oireachtas source

Deputy Cassells is very convincing. He made a superb presentation and answered questions. He talked about the commission taking new information in the new Ireland. If this proposal goes ahead, we must take into account that the economy and demographics are changing. Given that there would be more specific demands on them and they would have more executive powers, town councillors would have to be paid. I listened to what the Deputy said and I am very supportive. There would have to be a budget to meet the expectations of the councillors and remunerate them properly for what is being requested of them. It was said that the abolition of town councils saved €15 million and that this money could be used. A much bigger budget will be required if councillors are to be remunerated properly for the tasks they will be asked to do. Will Deputy Cassells comment on that?