Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 October 2010
86 Deputy Seán Barrett asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the recommendations of the local government efficiency review group which will be implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37452/10]
View answerThe Report of the independent Local Government Efficiency Review Group, published in mid July, includes 106 recommendations for efficiency and other savings of €511m for the local government sector to be attained in the short, medium and long terms. These savings are comprised of €346m in efficiencies and €165m in improved cost recovery and revenue raising. The Report's findings and recommendations will be considered by me and by Government in the appropriate policy and financial contexts.
As recommended in the Report, I propose to establish an implementation group with an independent chairperson to oversee implementation of relevant recommendations.
