Jim O'Keeffe
Question:40 Mr. J. O'Keeffe asked the Minister for Finance his views on the proposals to establish regional development authorities throughout the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Vol. 412 No. 5
40 Mr. J. O'Keeffe asked the Minister for Finance his views on the proposals to establish regional development authorities throughout the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
The Deputy will be aware that there is already in place a comprehensive array of State agencies and supports for economic development at national, regional and local level.
The Deputy will also be aware that under the provisions of the Local Government Act, 1991 it is proposed to establish eight regional authorities composed of elected members nominated by the constituent county and county borough councils to promote co-ordination of public services and co-ordination between the programmes of local authorities and other public agencies.