Local authority group members call for restoration of town hall and mayor title

The loss of the town hall, town clerk, and title mayor is a huge blow to towns across the country, the Local Authority Members’ Association has warned.

A review of the reforms of local government implemented by former minister Phil Hogan, is examining if the changes are working.

At a meeting with Housing and Local Government Minister Simon Coveney, the association said there were serious issues with the size of some of the electoral districts, and boundaries should be reviewed. It also wants the restoration of some town councils.