Public Participation Networks

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 17 November 2021

Wednesday, 17 November 2021

Questions (87)

Thomas Gould

Question:

87. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the role his Department plays in the public participation networks; the number of full-time staff in each by local authority; and the statutory consultation obligations on local authorities in respect of their relationship with the networks. [56334/21]

Written answers

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

Responsibility for Public Participation Networks (PPNs) at central level lies with the Department of Rural and Community Development (DRCD). DRCD is the majority funder and has overall responsibility for the development and oversight of the PPNs.

Specific staffing matters are a matter for each local authority to address.