Seanad debates
Wednesday, 21 May 2003
Decentralisation Programme: Statements.
In the short term there may appear to be more losers than winners in that it is hardly possible to announce at once 100 towns that will benefit from decentralisation. However, the Government must take its courage in its hands, with our support. It will probably have to do it on a phased basis because it is probably impossible to do it at once. It is important to negotiate with those involved, including the trade unions. There would not be much point announcing decentralisation to Malin Head if there was a full-scale revolt the following day.
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