Local Government reform plan set to shed 500 jobs

The Government is today expected to approve new proposals to change local Government, with the loss of 500 staff through voluntary redundancy.

Tue, 16 Oct, 2012 - 09:59

The Government is today expected to approve new proposals to change local Government, with the loss of 500 staff through voluntary redundancy.

The plan drawn up by the Environment Minister Phil Hogan is expected to see the abolition of Town Councils and the merger of some City and County Councils.

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