John Deasy
Question:186 Mr. Deasy asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he has carried out an assessment of the comparative benefits of local authorities using consultants rather than hiring staff qualified to carry out the same functions; if he will direct his Department’s value for money unit to carry out a VFM study on the use of consultants by local authorities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31319/06]
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