Ivan Yates
Question:134 Mr. Yates asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government if the recent decision by the Government to seek Objective One status for five western counties at EU level has any implications for the dialogue between the Government and EU authorities in relation to a new urban renewal tax designation scheme; if urban areas outside the proposed Objective One region can attain this tax designated status; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27088/98]