Local Authority Funding.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 23 April 2008

Wednesday, 23 April 2008

Questions (158)

John Cregan

Question:

221 Deputy John Cregan asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the percentage of local government funding, on average, related to motor tax; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15542/08]

Written answers

Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government (Deputy John Gormley)

It is estimated that motor tax receipts will contribute some 22% of local authority current funding in 2008.