"The property tax should be reduced for large urban areas" - that's according to the Labour leader, Eamon Gilmore.
Her says he wants a reduction of 15 per cent in local authorities where revenues are high.
Reports suggest the property tax debate is causing tensions within the government, with Fine Gael wanting local councils to cover the cost of more.
The Tanaiste sees no reason why there can't be a reduction as early as next year.