Limerick council fails to reach consensus on livestreaming and recordings of its meetings

Concerns about livestreaming and recording of Limerick council meetings include the potential cost — and risks due to AI

Mayor of Limerick John Moran: '[T]here now seems to be agreement on the principle. The focus now must be on resolving the practical issues and getting it delivered.' File picture: Don Moloney

Limerick councillors have failed to come to an agreement on the livestreaming and recording of council meetings, which had been suggested by Mayor of Limerick John Moran, after internal disagreements and “hostility” in the council chamber.

A special meeting on the matter was adjourned after councillors failed to reach a consensus, with some voicing concerns about the potential cost of recording the meetings. While sample hours from last year were used to estimate costs, no exact figures were provided.