Shane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I am not saying they are the equivalent of Fingal County Council. On the Deputy's question regarding what actions are being taken by Fingal County Council, it is preparing for this appointment. It is the competent authority-designate in anticipation of Members of this House approving the appointment. This House is sovereign and, if it does not approve it, we will have to return to the drawing board.

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