Having said that, local government is becoming a professional and absorbing career. Unless we make it worthwhile, young people will not give up their careers to become involved. The number of meetings held every week is extremely time consuming. One cannot do two jobs at once. County councillors cannot hold down another job. I thank the Leas-Chathaoirleach for allowing a little latitude. I congratulate the Minister and look forward to working with him in shaping the future of local government.