Speaking in Limerick, Mr Harris said he believed everyone on the council needed to “pull together” in the interest of the county. He said legislation providing for the directly elected mayor role allowed for a review of the office. People may have views, what’s working well, what can work better,” Mr Harris said. Mr Harris said there can be often disagreements in other countries between a directly elected mayor and local councillors. It’s about the people of Limerick city, Limerick County.”The Tánaiste said everyone needed to work with a position of “mutual respect”.

Source: Irish Examiner February 21, 2026 16:42 UTC