The Minister of State with responsibility for Local Government and Planning, Peter Burke TD has confirmed that Cabinet has approved the Local Government (Maternity Protection and Other Measures for members of Local Authorities) Bill 2022. The legislation provides a choice to members of Local Authorities to appoint an individual as a temporary substitute in the … Read more
House owners will soon be able to install solar panels on their roofs without any requirement for planning permission. The Minister of State for Planning and Local Government, Peter Burke, has published proposed revisions to the existing planning exemptions for the installation of solar panels on the roofs of houses and certain non-domestic buildings. Exemptions … Read more
Mr Peter Burke TD, Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage today announced that he has approved funding of €129,100 for Women for Election to continue their essential work encouraging and supporting women interested in being involved in local government. “I would like to commend Women for Election for their … Read more