asked the Minister for the Environment if it is intended to amalgamate the administrations of Limerick city and county, Waterford city and county and Cork city and county; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Local Authority Amalgamations.
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The Government are committed to a renewal of local government, through a streamlining of structures and the granting of important new powers to local authorities to promote and support the development of their areas. I have, accordingly, undertaken a comprehensive review of the local government system and have as part of this process consulted the local government representative bodies. Arising from this review I intend to bring forward a substantial programme of reforms as soon as possible. It would not be appropriate to comment further at this stage on the matter raised by the Deputy.