It's currently unavailable, as councillors are deemed 'office-holders' and not 'employees'.
The new scheme is due to offer the choice to appoint a temporary substitute in the place of a councillor, if they choose to take maternity or illness-related leave.
An allowance for administrative support, similar to that available to female TDs and senators, is also set to be introduced.
€1.6 Million Paid Out In Wicklow To Bring 31 Homes Back Into Use
210 applications and 139 approvals have been made so far in Wicklow in 2025.
SIPTU Retained Firefighters In Wicklow Vote To Accept Labour Court Recommendation On Pay
SIPTU Retained Firefighters have voted to accept a Labour Court recommendation aimed at resolving a long-running pay dispute with 64% balloting in favour and 36% against.
Crime Figures Rise In Wicklow.
Crime data has shown that Arklow Garda Station has reached a six-year peak in recorded offences last year,
DART Trains Won't Serve Bray And Greystones Over May Bank Holiday Weekend
Iarnród Éireann has reminded customers of May Bank Holiday weekend rail service arrangements, from Saturday 3rd to Monday 5th May inclusive.
Blessington's Louise Quinn To Retire From International Football
The 34-year-old defender has also called time on her club career with Birmingham City.
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