Batt O'Keeffe (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)

The Opposition also took issue with the long-standing system of development contributions. The Fine Gael Party was at one with the Government with regard to the Planning and Development Act and the transparency and accountability it would yield. Suddenly, Fine Gael is questioning the contributions. These contributions will ensure the provision of playgrounds, community facilities and the other facilities that are crucial for a community.

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