Commercial Rates

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 October 2021

Tuesday, 19 October 2021

Questions (453)

Cathal Crowe

Question:

453. Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the measures his Department will be taking to offset the loss of commercial rates from Moneypoint power station for Clare County Council (details supplied). [50630/21]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage

The Government recognises the important work of local authorities, and the importance of commercial rates as a source of income to support the delivery of services.

As part of Budget 2022, Government has announced an allocation of €2.8m to Clare County Council to mitigate the impact of the gradual decommissioning of the Moneypoint power station.