Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 July 2020
297. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government his views on the proposal by South Dublin County Council to spend an estimated €22 million on the development of a visitors centre and walkways at the Hellfire Club, Rathfarnham (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14226/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe elected members of local authorities are responsible for budgetary matters and the adoption of the annual budget is a reserved function. In this context, it is a matter for each local authority to determine spending priorities, having regard to available resources.
The use of funds in the manner outlined by the Deputy is, therefore, a matter for the local authority concerned.
