Local Government (Mayor of Limerick) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2023: Committee Stage
Seanad Éireann — 2024-02-08
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Frances Black (IND), Industrial and Commercial Panel

I hear what the Acting Chairman is saying. Like all politicians, local representatives need proper protections and supports so they can cope in a political environment that is increasingly fraught and dangerous.
Those of us in this House who are members of the Seanad Public Consultation Committee are having a series of meetings on the future of local democracy. We have heard from many councillors and will hear from many more about their work and the challenges they face. People who get involved in local government do not do so for the glamour, as I am sure the Chair and the Minister of State well know. It is not a glamorous job by any means. It is not well paid and people do not become councillors to boost their careers.

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Sitting date: 2024-02-08