Victor Boyhan (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State. There is still a lot more work to be done, from which I am not taking away. The Minister of State used the term "plebiscite". Whatever decision is made, there has to be change. We should never be afraid of change, but it is important that, in respect of local democracy and government, we initiate a plebiscite. There is now a connection with local property tax and for the first time people believe they are putting their hands in their pockets. It is to be hoped there will come a time when all taxes gathered locally will be retained locally, but we are a long way from that happening. Where I live, money is being handed the other way. Empowering people through a plebiscite is a very important aspect of any change. I again thank the Minister of State for his comprehensive reply.