Councillor vows to bring housing case to 'higher office'
Independent Cllr John O'Malley raised the issue.
A Westport councillor has threatened to go to a “higher office” if Mayo County Council does not provide housing to a person in need in time for Christmas.
Cllr John O’Malley was speaking at the monthly meeting of Westport-Belmullet Municipal District where he provided details of the unfortunate circumstances the person finds themselves in.
“I think it is time we look after our own people," remarked the Independent councillor. "That man should have a house by Christmas and if he does not, I will be taking the case to a higher office. It’s a scandal we cannot take care of our own people. I am going to take it further if something isn’t done.”
The cathaoirleach of the municipal district Fianna Fáil Cllr Brendan Mulroy said he supported Cllr O’Malley's appeal.
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