Imelda Munster (Louth, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Deputy Troy has just said the director of services appointed would be independent. Perhaps I misunderstand him. In county councils throughout the State the director of services works under and is answerable to the chief executive officer. Therefore, will the Deputy explain his position? Perhaps it is my stupidity, but will he explain what is meant by an independent director of services within a council?