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HEADTOHEAD:YES says CIARÁN CUFFE, who argues that Ireland's commuting patterns are not sustainable and the levy is one of a range of measures that will help reduce congestion and cut carbon emissions.
Nosays CONOR FAUGHNAN, who states the levy is so poorly thought through that it will be a nightmare to administer and will not achieve its stated aim of reducing car use.

YES - Ciarán Cuffe

I EXPECT to pay €200 for the privilege of a parking space in the grounds of Leinster House next year. It is a reasonable price to pay, given that renting a space privately can cost thousands. The parking levy introduced in the Finance Bill last week will ensure that workers who have a parking space provided for free by their employer make some contribution to the State's finances.