On Wednesday’s Morning Focus Marian Egan was joined in studio by Anne Looney and Alison Lillis, Managers at the Local Property Tax Branch of the Revenue Commissioners on the Kilrush Road in Ennis
They reminded Clare homeowners they don’t have to pay their local property tax in one lump sum if they prefer a more gradual option.
Nearly 1 million homeowners who paid their 2013 tax through cheque, debit or credit card are receiving letters this week, asking them to select a preferred payment method for next year.
And while there has been criticism because some will pay in the run-up to Christmas, Revenue insists there are alternative options.
Revenue’s Local Property Tax helpline is 1890 200 255.
New Beginning are holding a free seminar this evening in the Clarion, Limerick at 7-9pm
The topic is ‘Dealing with Debt’ and they will outline All of the options available including personal insolvency and bankruptcy- they want borrowers to be aware of the options open to them before making important decisions
Senior Counsel and Cofounder of New Beginnings Ross Maguire spoke with Marian.
The ASTI has warned that students won’t be properly prepared for the Leaving Cert as a result of changes to the Junior Cert cycle
Syllabus changes – which will focus on project work and practical learning rather than a state exam – will be introduced from next September
But the Association of Secondary Teachers in Ireland has raised concerns that under the new regime, the first formal state exam students will face will be the Leaving Cert
Marian discussed these concerns with Sally Maguire, President of the Association of Secondary Teachers in Ireland.
Tipperary man Laurence Power is the author of ‘Black ’47’ – a novel set in the most tragic event in our history – the Great Famine
Eighty year old Laurence has spent the past four years writing this novel – for more information see www.blackfortyseven.com
The Senior Help Line is urging the public to remember their older neighbours this Halloween and to make sure that they are safe. Halloween can be a very stressful time for older people, particularly those on their own
Bonfires, trick or treaters knocking on the door, and loud bangs from fireworks can all contribute to making older people feel very anxious and nervous in their own homes
Anne Dempsey – Head of Communications with Third Age- spoke with Marian
Contact the Senior Helpline on 1850 440 444 – daily from 10am-10pm.
Jenny Bassett is the Kilkee Playwright Festival Director
The third annual playwright festival taking place this Friday and Saturday
Jenny had details of what’s on offer in Kilkee this weekend.
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