The Lord Mayor Says The Council Is 'Flying In The Dark' Over The Powers A Directly Elected Mayor Would Have

The government is facing criticism over a lack of information about the €130,000 a year role
Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has said the vote should be delayed until the new mayors powers are clarified...
A plebiscite will be held in May, however it's not yet known if a directly elected mayor will have power over the housing or roads budget.
Speaking to RedFM News, Lord Mayor Cllr Mick Finn says councillors are frustrated by the lack of information.
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