Harty Hits Out At ‘Urban Centred’ Ireland 2040 Plan

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Clare’s Independent TD has criticised what he calls the government’s ‘urban centred’ plan for Ireland’s development.

Dr Michael Harty believes there is huge disparity between rural and urban Ireland under the National Planning Framework, which sets out Ireland’s development until 2040.

The €116 billion plan was unveiled in recent weeks with much pomp but it has been criticised for allocating only €1 billion for rural regeneration.

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Dr Harty says it can’t be called a fair plan.