92 Deputy Ulick Burke asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the reason for the delay in the publication of the White Paper on Local Government Reform; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37459/10]

111 Deputy Ruairí Quinn asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government when he will bring forward the White Paper on local government which was promised for 2009; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37436/10]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 92 and 111 together.

As indicated in the reply to Question No. 453 on 12th October, 2010, a dedicated Cabinet Committee has been engaged in finalising the policy decisions for inclusion in the White Paper on Local Government. I intend to publish the White Paper as soon as possible following completion of the Government's deliberations.