Vol. 520 No. 4
136 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government his views in relation to the need to protect, enhance and retain public open spaces for recreational amenity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16203/00]
Under the provisions of the Local Government Act, 1994, local authorities are empowered to provide, operate and maintain parks and open spaces for amenity and recreational purposes. It is a matter for each local authority to determine the extent to which resources ought to be applied to the provision of such parks and open spaces.
