asked the Minister for Local Government and Public Health if he will state the reasons for the delay in forwarding the findings and decision of the recent sworn inquiry into the affairs of Laoghis County Council; and, further, when he proposes to send a report on the matter to the county council.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Laoighis County Council Inquiry.
There was very considerable delay in delivering the notetaker's transcript of evidence to the inspector who held the inquiry. The evidence is now under consideration and I hope to be in a position to communicate with the county council at an early date.
asked the Minister for Local Government and Public Health if he will state the cost of the sworn inquiry into the affairs of Laoighis County Council.
Following the usual practice the costs of the inquiry will be certified after the decisions on the evidence are communicated to the local authority.
Could the Minister say if the local authority will have to bear the cost of the inquiry?
Certainly.