Seanad debates

Wednesday, 26 February 2003

Local Government Bill 2003: Second Stage.

 

I would say to those on the Government benches that this Bill is just the beginning. Seanad reform may well bring an end to councillors voting in Seanad elections. The Minister has indicated in relation to the Dáil that he foresees reforms relating to fewer Dáil seats and list voting. That is according to the media recently. If the Minister brings in full-time paid councillors he may well reduce their numbers, or the numbers of local authorities, to make it financially feasible.

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