Charlie O'Connor (Dublin South West, Fianna Fail)

It is important to make these points. While not being critical of the Minister, there is work to be done in terms of devolution of responsibility to local authorities. The debate about too much authority and power being vested in county managers will continue for some time.

I am glad that the Minister, Deputy Gormley, is present. I applaud the work he has done since the formation of the Government and I wish him well in his role. I look forward to welcoming the Minister to Tallaght this week. Whether he will drive or cycle on Friday night, he will discover that——

See this speech in context