Louise O'Reilly (Dublin Fingal, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I welcome the establishment of the task force. If it is done right, it could represent an important marker in the development of the city. As our national capital, Dublin has a responsibility to serve as an example for the rest of the country and to be a safe, attractive, vibrant and flourishing city, one that cherishes and celebrates its past and fearlessly embraces the future and its potential. The new Dublin task force is the opportunity to foster and support appropriate and imaginative regeneration of the city but only if it is done right. The project is a valuable opportunity to create jobs, deliver new opportunities, foster social progress and grow the local economy and tourism sector.

I have four questions. When will the terms of reference be announced? What will be the geographical area covered by the task force? What financial and staffing resources will be allocated to its work? What mechanism of engagement will be employed to ensure all community voices can be heard? That last question raises an essential point. It is not enough that people will just have a chance to input once or twice. It needs to be a comprehensive strategy to ensure that all voices are being heard.

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