Chairman accused of misrepresenting council position on water charges

The Fianna Fáil chairman of Limerick City and County Council was yesterday accused of misrepresenting the council’s position on water charges.

Kevin Sheahan issued a statement through his council office, flagging his appearance and support for last Saturday’s protest in Limerick.

The Fine Gael leader on the council, John Sheahan, said the statement gave an impression the chairman’s views represented the official position of the council.