Money message for town councils Bill
Deputy Brendan Howlin asks whether a money message will be provided for the Local Government (Restoration of Town Councils) Bill so it can be enacted before the local elections. The Tánaiste says the requirement is a factual matter, not a political one, and will ask the Minister to reply directly.
I ask the Tánaiste to look at the Local Government (Restoration of Town Councils) Bill 2018, which was passed by a very large majority in the House and referred to the select committee. The Ceann Comhairle has determined it will require a money notice from the Government because of incidental expenses that may arise. It overcame any difficulties in terms of being a charge on the State on Second Stage but incidental expenses apparently require a notice from the Government. Will the Tánaiste undertake to look at it so we can have this Bill enacted in time for the local elections?
Comment on this
The money message issue is not determined by the Government. It is just a matter of fact as to whether a money message is required. It is not a political judgment.
Comment on this
It has been determined it is required. Will it be provided?