John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)

It clearly says 2010 there.

As regards the Deputy's other question, I met with the chamber of commerce and they are the very people who have been calling for quite some time for the introduction of a mayor for the Dublin region. I am happy to be the Minister to deliver that. I wish to engage further with the Dublin Chamber of Commerce to ensure that it meets with their requirements. I understand the chamber sees this as a driving force for a competitive Dublin, which can compete with the likes of Munich, Paris or London. We have seen the dynamic effect of having directly elected mayors in those particular regions. That is the most important aspect. We must now see cities as driving forces for the regions themselves. That will be the centre piece of the White Paper.

The Deputy also asked about the relationship of the mayor with the four local authorities. That was clearly set out in the heads of the legislation.

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