Dáil hears that 'local government is the starved dog of Irish public administration'

The public is facing worse services and higher rates as seven local authorities are set to lose €18.4 million in their funding, The Dáil has heard.

Dáil hears that 'local government is the starved dog of Irish public administration'

The public is facing worse services and higher rates as seven local authorities are set to lose €18.4 million in their funding, The Dáil has heard.

Because of a decision to not to continue a compensation process from Irish Water to local authorities, local authorities are now facing having to increase commercial rates and reducing services.

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