Question 1

What does the Local Government (Mayor of Limerick) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2023 do?

Accepted Answer

Establishes directly elected Mayor of Limerick with 5-year term, re-electable for maximum 2 full terms, with executive powers transferred from Chief Executive and Cathaoirleach. Renames Chief Executive to Director General and Cathaoirleach to Príomh Chomhairleoir; creates supporting structures including Mayoral Advisory Committee and Government Consultative Forum. Amends Electoral Acts 1992 and 1997 to govern Limerick Mayoral elections including spending limits, donation disclosures, and enables plebiscites on direct Mayors in other local authorities.

Question 2

What stage is the Local Government (Mayor of Limerick) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2023 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 30 Aug 2024, the Local Government (Mayor of Limerick) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2023 is at Enacted. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Local Government (Mayor of Limerick) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2023?

Accepted Answer

The Local Government (Mayor of Limerick) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2023 was sponsored by Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, and was introduced on 3 Aug 2023.

Local Government (Mayor of Limerick) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2023

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