asked the Minister for Local Government whether he is aware that the Mayor of Waterford, acting on the advice of the corporation law adviser, has ruled that newspaper representatives have not the right to attend meetings of the corporation, and, if so, if he will make a statement on the matter.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Waterford Corporation: Attendance of Press.
I have no precise information as to the ruling to which the Deputy refers. In so far as the second part of the question is concerned, I would like to point out that the Local Government Bill contains provisions for the clarification of the law in regard to the proceedings and procedure of local authorities.