A former Lord Mayor of the City is calling on the Government to extend more supports to councils after it emerged City Hall is facing a €9.4 million budget deficit due to the pandemic.
Cllr Terry Shannon says the loss, which stems from a loss of car parking fees as well as licensing of street furniture and fees for planning applications, will lead to the cancellation of a number of sporting and arts projects as well as hitting community centres and groups.
The government has committed €6.5 billion to help businesses to reopen, including €260 million to refund councils for the loss of commercial rates for three months.
Speaking to RedFM News, Cllr Terry Shannon outlines his concerns and says local authority staff have been pivotal during the pandemic:
