Understanding Ireland's County System

What is the primary function of Kerry County Council?

• To provide local governance and services to the community in County Kerry.

• To regulate international trade agreements for the country.

• To oversee the operations of the Irish Parliament.

• To manage national defense and security in Ireland.

Which historical event led to the establishment of counties like Dublin and Cork?

• English Civil War

• Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland

• Viking settlement of Ireland

• The Great Famine

What year was the Local Government Act that established local councils enacted?

• 1985

• 1978

• 1969

• 1972

What local issues were local councils set up to address according to the Local Government Act 1898?

• National defense and security

• Economic development and trade

• Public health, sanitation, housing, and local infrastructure.

• Cultural heritage and tourism

Which cities in Ireland are managed by city councils?

• Derry

• Kilkenny

• Belfast

• Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway, Waterford

What challenge do city councils face due to suburbanisation?

• Higher population density and lower demand for housing.

• Increased property values and reduced traffic congestion.

• Improved public transportation and enhanced community engagement.

• Declining tax revenues and increased service demands.

How many Borough councils are there in Ireland?

• 5

• 10

• 1

• 0

What is the role of Town councils in Ireland?

• Town councils in Ireland manage local services, urban planning, and community development.

• Town councils in Ireland manage the country's monetary policy.

• Town councils in Ireland oversee international trade agreements.

• Town councils in Ireland are responsible for national defense.

What distinguishes urban-based administration units from county councils?

• County councils focus solely on urban development.

• Urban-based administration units focus on city-specific issues, whereas county councils manage broader regional governance.

• County councils are responsible for city-specific problems.

• Urban-based administration units handle rural issues.

What is the significance of the multi-tiered system in local governance in Ireland?

• To centralize decision-making in Dublin.

• The significance of the multi-tiered system in local governance in Ireland is to enhance local autonomy and responsiveness to community needs.

• To eliminate local government structures altogether.

• To reduce community participation in local affairs.