Seanad debates

Tuesday, 25 March 2003

Local Government Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages.

 

I am bringing absolute clarity and certainty to the system. It makes it clear from the public's and the politicians' point of view. If we are to attract young people and new candidates into the system we must ensure that they do not get caught in a situation where Deputies and Senators run in their area, with all the consequences that would entail. That is not the way to do business. The principle underlying the Bill is that we end the dual mandate. People make a choice and I respect the choice they make. That is the way it is.

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