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Know your rights with Citizens information: Are artists entitled to Jobseeker's allowance?

Question I heard that there is a new social welfare scheme for artists? Can you tell me more about it? Answer The Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection has announced that a new social welfare scheme for professional artists is now ...

08 Oct 2019 at 15:00

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Government accused of 'fascism' over plans to restructure Longford MABS and Citizens Information Services

The scathing rebuke was one of several withering criticisms aimed in the direction of Leinster House chiefs by councillors at a stormy, and at times boisterous monthly meeting last night. Much of that indignation came amid growing fears for the ...

13 Apr 2017 at 12:29

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Citizens Information Longford hosts ‘Building Connections’ event

29 Oct 2023 at 06:59

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Former Lanesboro and Ballyleague Bord na Móna workers invited to information event

Roscommon Leader Partnership SICAP team are holding the event on Wednesday, February 2 at 3pm and again at 7pm in St Mary’s Bingo Hall, Ballyleague. On the day a panel of experts will try to give all past workers and present Bord na Móna staff ...

30 Jan 2022 at 10:28

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Know your rights: Taxi charge complaints

Question I was recently overcharged for a taxi journey. I take this journey regularly so I know what it usually costs. How do I make a complaint? Answer The National Transport Authority (NTA) is responsible for licencing and regulation of ...

06 Aug 2019 at 16:00

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Longford Citizens Information Service to re-open outreach service in Ballymahon

The outreach service will resume on Tuesday evenings from 4.30pm to 6.30pm commencing next Tuesday, October 8. If you wish to check out your rights and entitlements regarding social welfare; employment; health; housing; education and ...

03 Oct 2019 at 18:00

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Longford-Westmeath TD says 'dismantling' CIS 'disastrous for communities'

Moves by Citizen's Information Service (CIS) to changes in how it uses volunteers has been described as “dismantling” the service by a local TD. CIS have told some volunteers they are no longer needed in their current roles. The new ...

02 Sept 2022 at 15:50

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Longford Leader's 'Know Your Rights'

Answer If your builder is unwilling to compensate you, you may be able to make a claim against them using the small claims procedure. The aim of this procedure is to provide an inexpensive, fast and easy way for consumers to ...

21 Sept 2019 at 17:00

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Citizens Information: The Back to School Allowance can help Longford parents with soaring education costs

I am getting Jobseeker’s Allowance and my oldest child is starting school this year. Is there a payment to help with the costs of children going to school? The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BTSCFA) helps ...

09 Aug 2019 at 11:00

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Longford students encouraged to know their rights when appealing exam results

A total of 553 Leaving Cert students from nine secondary schools around county Longford are receiving their exam results today, and while many of those envelopes hold the key to a college place, there will be some ...

16 Aug 2017 at 10:00

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Longford Citizens Information Service advice

Further information is available from the Citizens Information Service below. Know Your Rights has been compiled by Longford Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the ...

28 Sept 2019 at 19:00

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Workers across Ireland could be eligible for medical treatment scheme worth up to €1000

Thousands of people across Ireland could be eligible for a grant of up to €1000 for dental, optical, and other treatment services. The Treatment Benefit is a scheme run by the Department of Social ...

09 May 2024 at 12:35

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