This comes after a number of incidents in recent months that threatened the safety of local representatives.
This allowance is similar to the one for Oireachtas members and means county councillors can avail of the once-off payment administered by local authorities.
They will be able to claim up to 50% of their personal security costs, to a maximum value of €2,500.
Guidelines regarding the operation of the scheme will be issued shortly to local authorities.
Figures Show 70 People In Wicklow Accessing Emergency Accommodation
The number of people accessing emergency accommodation has increased to another record high of 14,429.
Wicklow Tree Grant Now Open For Applications.
Wicklow County Council’s annual tree grant is now open for applications until Friday 27th September.
Concerns Raised After Planning Approved For 586 Homes On Old Golf Club Land In Bray
The development has been given the go ahead on the condition it links up with a public transport bridge at Bray Harbour.
Over €1,000 Worth Of Damage Caused To Facilities At Kilbride GAA Club
Their cafe was broken into on Tuesday evening with €200 stolen from the cash register.
Inland Fisheries Ireland Appeal For Information On Potential Fish Kills
Inland Fisheries Ireland has published a major new report on 2,107 fish kills occurring in Irish rivers and lakes from 1969-2022.
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