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Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… “The Additional Needs Payment is a payment to help you with an expense that you cannot pay from your weekly income” explains Ciara O’Gorman, Development Manager with South Munster […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Birth control or contraception is the use of medicines, devices, or surgery to prevent pregnancy.  Ciara O’Gorman, Development Manager with South Munster Citizens Information Services advises; “You can get […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Many of us are looking forward to our summer holidays and some may have questions about their employment rights in relation to taking their annual leave. The following are […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Ciara O’Gorman, Development Manager with South Munster Citizens Information Service outlines the supports currently available for carers. “People providing care for family members often are so busy with their […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Owning a dog is a big commitment. If you own a dog, the dog is your responsibility. You must have a dog licence and get your dog microchipped. There […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Ciara O’Gorman, Development Manager with South Munster Citizens Information Service spoke recently about the issue of child abuse and child protection in the State. Under the Children First Act […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Today, Deirdre Vann Bourke, Development Manager with South Munster Citizens Information Service discusses the Community Employment programme (more commonly known as the ‘CE Scheme’). “This scheme is designed to […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…  The Consumer Rights Act 2022 introduced new rights when you buy services. However, they only apply if you bought a service on or after 29 November 2022. You have […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…  The Student Grant Scheme is the main financial support scheme for students studying in Ireland and abroad. It is also known as the SUSI grant because the Student Universal […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… If you are planning to visit another EU country this year, you should apply for your European Health Insurance Card in case you need to access medical care while […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Deirdre Vann Bourke, Kerry Citizens Information Manager says; “The service is very busy at present and we are working hard to respond to the needs of the community. “We […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Grandparents play an important role in their grandchild’s life. However, some grandparents have difficulty seeing their grandchildren and spending time with them. They can find themselves excluded from the […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… If you are renting a self-contained flat or apartment in your landlord’s home, your tenancy is covered by residential tenancies legislation and your landlord must register it with the Residential […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Many companies in Ireland offer telephone services for both fixed line and mobile. Each of the providers offer different packages to consumers. Before entering into a telephone contract, you […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… If you have a medical condition covered by the Long-Term Illness Scheme, you can get free drugs, medicines and medical and surgical appliances for the treatment of that condition. […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… In certain circumstances, you can delay paying some or all of your Local Property Tax (LPT) until a later date. This is known as a deferral. If you meet […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…  Who owns the boundary between your property and your neighbour’s? The general rule is that any boundaries between your land and your neighbour’s land are jointly owned by both […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…  Q. As an employee, what are my entitlements in relation to Public Holidays? Most employees are entitled to paid leave on public holidays. There is an exception for certain […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…  Jury service is when you are instructed to attend court with other members of the public, so the court can select people to sit on juries for upcoming court […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…  What is the Working Family Payment? Working Family Payment (WFP) is a weekly tax-free payment for employees with children. It supports people who are on low pay. WFP used […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…  How do I apply for or renew my driving licence? NDLS Online is the most efficient way to apply for or renew your driving licence or learner permit. All […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… If you are planning to embrace a fitter lifestyle in 2024, you may wish to consider parking the car and cycling to work instead. The Cycle to Work Scheme […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… What is the small claims procedure? The small claims procedure (also known as the Small Claims Court) is a service which provides an inexpensive way for consumers and businesses […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… With State exams looming, many parents of secondary school students in the Leaving Cert cycle are thinking about the future and the likely costs that are coming.  It is […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… What is a domestic wastewater treatment system? Domestic wastewater treatment systems include all septic tanks, waste water tanks and treatment systems receiving, storing, treating or disposing of domestic wastewater. […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…  In the past, you had no legal right to be paid while you were on sick leave from work. However, this has changed and there is not  a Statutory […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…  From 1st January 2024, a number of changes have been introduced in relation to claiming your State Pension (Contributory). One of these changes is that you can defer claiming […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…  Generally, the amount of pay you get for working is agreed between you and your employer. Pay negotiations normally happen when you get a job offer. However, most employees […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Q. What is the Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability? This is a grant for people with a physical, sensory, mental health or intellectual disability. It provides […]

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public… Decision making is an integral part of our lives. At different times we make important decisions about our finances, property, employment, accommodation, healthcare and social supports. Overall, there are […]