Emer Higgins (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Chair. We had quite a lot of discussion about this in this committee, in particular in respect of the mid-year review. As we know, the chief executive can instigate change. I know some changes can be made to the development plan based on a two-thirds majority. I would be interested in finding out what, if any, of our feedback was taken on board on that. We know if these plans go to ten years in duration, which they will do, there will be a new tranche of councillors. It is important for local democracy that we hear their voice in this. I am interested in hearing the response of the Minister of State.