
The Fianna Fail councillor for Kinnegad believes more local builders can take on larger works in the area.
More local builders need to be hired by the County Council in Westmeath
Fianna Fail rep for Kinnegad Alfie Devine says the current contractor panel isn't enough to cover larger refurbishment works on houses.
Westmeath County Council is currently tendering general maintenance contracts for every local area, and considering extra resources to help speed up builds.
Councillor Devine says a bigger panel would improve efficiency: