The lack of proper maternity time away has long been cited as a barrier to women entering politics.
County and city councillors could have access to paid maternity leave for the first time from early next year.
Cabinet approved a scheme this morning which will entitle councillors to co-opt a substitute for the duration of their leave.
The lack of proper maternity time away has long been cited as a barrier to women entering politics.
Junior Minister and Longford-Westmeath Fine Gael TD, Peter Burke explains how the new scheme will work:
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