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• Minister confirms distribution of additional €10.5 million funding announced as part of ‘Our Rural Future’

• Funding doubles the total budget under the Local Improvement Scheme this year to €21 million

• Investment to improve access to rural homes, farms and outdoor amenities

 

Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has today announced the county breakdown of a further €10.5 million investment in our rural roads and laneways.

The allocation represents a doubling of the budget under the Local Improvement Scheme (LIS) – bringing the overall annual spend to a record €21 million.

The Local Improvement Scheme is designed to support the continued improvement of non-public roads in rural communities and improves access to rural homes and farms, as well as outdoor amenities such as our lakes, rivers, mountains and beaches.

These roads and laneways are not normally maintained by locally authorities but, nonetheless, represent a vital piece of infrastructure for rural residents.

The share of the additional funding that is being allocated to each county under this second round comes following engagement between the Department of Rural and Community Development and local authorities.

The county allocations are based on the level of works that each local authority indicated they could complete before the end of the year.

The higher the level of demand that could be met by a local authority before the end of the year, the higher the level of funding they have been allocated.

The LIS scheme was re-introduced in 2017 and over 10,000 landowners and rural residents have benefitted to date.

The Minister made the announcement in County Clare as part the Our Rural Future Roadshow.

Announcing the allocation to each County, Minister Humphreys said:

“’Our Rural Future’, the Government’s ambitious five year policy for Rural Ireland, commits to increasing the Government’s investment in our rural roads through the Local Improvement Scheme.

“So I was delighted to secure a further €10.5 million for the Scheme which doubles our investment under the scheme this year to €21 million – the highest annual allocation since the scheme was re-introduced.

“This additional funding demonstrates my commitment to improving connectivity for rural residents – whether it be access to homes, farms or outdoor amenities.”

Under LIS, local authorities are responsible for identifying and prioritising roads for improvement works under the scheme, in consultation with residents/landowners.

The works must be completed before the end of the year.

Details of the allocation to each County under this second Round and the total allocations under both Rounds of funding are set out below.

The Minister continued:

“I am very much aware of the need to tackle the backlog of eligible applications that exist within many of our local authorities.

“My Department over the coming months will work closely with local authorities to ensure that this funding is fully delivered this year so that rural residents can benefit.

“Increasing rural connectivity is a vital component of ‘Our Rural Future’. With this second round of funding under the Local Improvement Scheme this year, we will have invested €80 million in upgrading rural roads and laneways across the country since 2017.”

 

Revised 2021 County Allocations

County	Allocation Round 1 2021	Allocation Round 2 2021	Total Allocation 2021
Carlow	€270,000	€193,931	€463,931
Cavan	€289,254	€830,135	€1,119,389
Clare	€500,811	€327,717	€828,528
Cork	€920,000	€492,738	€1,412,738
Donegal	€697,456	€490,947	€1,188,403
Galway	€876,959	€703,912	€1,580,871
Kerry	€689,930	€497,169	€1,187,099
Kildare	€270,000	€225,586	€495,586
Kilkenny	€308,905	€469,777	€778,682
Laois	€270,000	€284,259	€554,259
Leitrim	€270,000	€233,830	€503,830
Limerick	€404,090	€1,100,569	€1,504,659
Louth	€270,000	€147,821	€417,821
Longford	€270,000	€123,041	€393,041
Mayo	€798,496	€563,129	€1,361,625
Meath	€346,394	€457,543	€803,937
Monaghan	€270,000	€1,056,223	€1,326,223
Offaly	€298,871	€246,369	€545,240
Roscommon	€375,104	€70,391	€445,495
Sligo	€276,154	€194,388	€470,542
Tipperary	€619,969	€101,562	€721,531
Waterford	€278,802	€593,957	€872,759
Westmeath	€276,433	€351,956	€628,389
Wexford	€349,878	€303,908	€653,786
Wicklow	€302,494	€439,141	€741,635
Totals	€10,500,000	€10,500,000	€21,000,000

Monaghan Public Participation Network (PPN)
Invitation to Quote for Strategic Plan Development

Monaghan Public Participation Network (PPN) was established as part of Local Government Reform Act 2014.  The Monaghan Public Participation Network is a network of community and voluntary, social inclusion and environmental organisations who are active across County Monaghan. There is a PPN in every local authority area and the PPN operates under the auspices of Monaghan County Council.

Monaghan PPN wishes to engage a consultant to facilitate development of the 2022 – 2025 Strategic Plan. To request a copy of the tender document or other information please contact

Leona Keenan at 047 73750 or email lmcdonal@monaghancoco.ie

Closing date for receipt of quotes is 5pm Friday 20^th August 2021

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Temporary Closing of Roads

Monaghan County Council intends to close the following roads in County Monaghan:

Date:- Monday 23^rd August 2021 until Friday 24^th September 2021

between the hours of 8 am and 6 pm

Each Road will be closed for a maximum of 1 week within the Closure Period

To facilitate:  Road Improvement Works

Roads Closed in the Municipal District of Carrickmacross/Castleblayney

• LT-49112-0 in the Townland of Drumbracken

All Detours will be signposted in order to direct the Traffic. (Local Access and Emergency Vehicles will be catered for at all times).

Any interested person may lodge an objection to the closing of the above-mentioned road with the Head of Roads, Monaghan County Council, MTEK II Building, Knockaconny, Monaghan not later than Tuesday 3^rd August 2021.  Any objections must be clearly marked on envelope “Objection To Road Closure”.

If you have any queries concerning this Road Closure please contact Roads Section, MTEK II Building, Knockaconny, Monaghan at (047) 30579 or email roads@monaghancoco.ie

G.McMahon
A/Senior Engineer
Roads and Transportation
29^th July 2021

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Temporary Closing of Roads

Monaghan County Council gives notice to close the following roads in County Monaghan:

Date and Times: Monday 23^rd August 2021 until Friday 24^th September 2021

between the hours of 8 am and 6 pm

Each Road will be closed for a maximum of 1 week within the Closure Period

To facilitate:  Road Improvement Works

Roads Closed in the Municipal District of Monaghan

• LT-12116-0 in the Townland of Mullaliss

Roads Closed in the Municipal District of Carrickmacross/Castleblayney

• LT-86001-0 in the Townland of Kilmurray
• LT-89013-0 in the Townland of Corrybracken
• LT-49012-0 in the Townland of Drumgossat
• LT-49013-0 in the Townland of Knocknarran West
• LT-49014-0 in the Townland of Magheracloone

All Detours will be signposted in order to direct the Traffic. (Local Access and Emergency Vehicles will be catered for at all times).

This notice complies with the Roads Act 1993 (Section 75)

G.McMahon
A/Senior Engineer
Roads and Transportation
29^th July 2021

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Temporary Closing of Roads

Monaghan County Council gives notice of Intention to close the following road in the Municipal District of Monaghan in County Monaghan:

Date & Time:      Monday 16^th of August 2021 to Friday 3^rd of September 2021

To Facilitate:      Bridge Rehabilitation Works.

Roads Closed:

R-184-1 in the townlands of Aghnameal/Kilcrow/Glasdrumman West Co. Monaghan

Diversion Route:

Traffic wishing to travel on the R-184 to Scotch Corner will be diverted onto the R-184 at the Clontibret Roundabout, then turning right on to the L-3444/L-3443/L-3442 to Annyalla, then turning right on to the L-3400 to Cremartin, then turning right on to the L-3411 and continuing on the L-3420/L-3421 to Scotch Corner.

Traffic wishing to travel to Clontibret from Scotch Corner on the R-184 will be diverted on to the L-3421, then continuing on the L-3420/L-3411 to Cremartin, then turning left on to the L-3400 to Annyalla, then turning left on to the L-3442, then continuing along the L-3442/L-3443/L-3444 to Clontibret.

All Detours will be signposted to direct the Traffic. (R-184-1 Local Access only, no through at Bridge Works).

Any interested person may lodge an objection to closing the above-mentioned road with the Head of Roads, Monaghan County Council, MTEK II Building, Knockaconny, Monaghan, not later than Tuesday 3^rd of August 2021.  Any objections must be clearly marked on the envelope “Objection To Road Closure”.

If you have any queries concerning this Road Closure, please contact the Roads Section, MTEK II Building, Knockaconny, Monaghan at 047 30597 or email roads@monaghancoco.ie.

Gareth McMahon
A/Senior Engineer
Roads and Transportation
29^th July 2021

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Municipal District of Ballybay/Clones

Casual Trading Act 1995

Notice is hereby given that The Municipal District of Ballybay/Clones proposes to amend the Bye Laws previous known as Clones Town Council Casual Trading Area Bye-Laws as adopted by Clones Town Council on 25^th January 1999 in relation to the control, regulation, supervision and administration of Casual Trading in Clones  to amend the Bye Laws to allow for the elected members of the Municipal District of Ballybay and Clones to have the following powers to be exercised by Resolution:

• To extend the areas within which casual trading is to take place.
• To remove any casual trading area as a place where casual trading can take place
• To extend or limit the times during which casual trading can take place
• To increase or decrease fees payable for granting of a casual trading licence.
• After consultation with An Garda Sīochána, to suspend the operation of these Bye-Laws for a specified period, or within a specified place within the town of Ballybay

A copy of the proposed draft  Casual Trading (Control and Description) Bye-laws for Clones and map will be available for inspection by contacting the offices of Ballybay/Clones Municipal District by telephone on 047 51018 between the hours of 9.30am -5.15pm Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays)  or  by emailing clones@monaghancoco.ie   for a period of 1 month from date of publication of this notice. The Municipal District of Ballybay/Clones will consider any submissions in relation to the proposed draft Casual Trading ( Control and Description) Bye-laws which are submitted in writing to it by any person within 2 weeks after the end of the period for the inspection of the proposed Bye-Laws.

Dated this the 29^th July 2021
Signed Kevin McNally, Municipal District Coordinator
The Municipal District of Ballybay/Clones

Tuesday, 27 July 2021 – Irish Water, working in partnership with Monaghan County Council, is replacing over 1.5km of problematic, old water mains in Killyconnigan, Monaghan town that were prone to frequent bursts and leakage and caused water supply disruptions for customers in the area. The old water mains are being replaced with new high density polyethylene (plastic) pipes.

Outlining the benefits of these essential works Declan Cawley, Irish Water, explained: “These works will benefit the local community in Killyconnigan by strengthening and reinforcing the water network, and minimising disruptions in their water supply by reducing leakage and unplanned outages when bursts occur on the existing main.

“Upon completion, there will be significant improvements in network performance and levels of customer service in this area in terms of efficiency and security of supply.”

It is planned that works will commence in August and will take place between the Rossmore Industrial Estate, Cortolvin Road and Park Road, Killconnigan, Monaghan town. The works are due to be completed by November and will be carried out by Farrans Construction Ltd on behalf of Irish Water.

This project is one example of how Irish Water is working in partnership with Local Authorities to provide a more reliable water supply and reduce leakage. Fixing leaks can be complicated but we are making progress. In 2018 the rate of leakage nationally was 46%, by the end of 2020 it was reduced to 40%. We are currently on course to achieve a national leakage rate of 38% by the end of 2021.

Declan added: “To facilitate the safe delivery of the works, there will be some traffic management in place however local and emergency access will be maintained at all times.

“The works may involve some short-term water outages and the project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours’ notice prior to any planned water outages. We understand that this type of work can be inconvenient and works crews will make every effort to minimise any disruption these necessary works cause.

“This mains replacement work is part of a significant investment by Irish Water to upgrade the water network in Monaghan and we would like to thank customers in advance for their cooperation and patience while we complete this essential job.”

Customers can phone Irish Water on 1800 278 278 if they have any questions about the project or check out the Water Supply Updates section of the Irish Water website for regular updates.

The National Leakage Reduction Programme helps provide a more reliable water supply to Irish communities by reducing high levels of leakage and improving water quality. Its delivery represents an investment of over €500 million between 2017 and the end of 2021 to reduce leakage and replace old pipes on the water network.

Irish Water continues to work at this time with our Local Authority partners, contractors and others to safeguard the health and well-being of both staff and the public and to ensure the continuity of critical drinking water and wastewater services. Irish Water would like to remind people to follow the current HSE COVID-19 advice and ensure frequent handwashing.

For more information on reducing leaks visit our national Leakage Reduction Programme page on www.water.ie.

Tuesday, 27 July 2021 – Following consultation with the Health Service Executive (HSE) Irish Water, working in partnership with Monaghan County Council, has issued a Do Not Consume Notice for all consumers on the Newbliss Public Water Supply Scheme due to elevated levels of iron and manganese. The notice applies to over 400 customers supplied by the Newbliss Public Water Supply Scheme.

It is especially important that mains drinking water is not given to bottle fed infants.

Please note this is not a Boil Water Notice. Boiling the water will not reduce manganese and iron levels and is therefore not a suitable measure to make the water safe to consume. This notice does not apply to other areas and water schemes in Monaghan.

Tankered water will be in place on Main Street, Newbliss to provide an alternative water supply to customers. Customers are reminded to use their own containers when taking water from the tanker and to boil water before consumption as a precautionary measure.

Irish Water drinking water compliance and operational experts are working with colleagues in Monaghan County Council to resolve this situation as soon as possible.

Speaking about the imposition of the notice, Peter Gallagher, Regional Operations Lead with Irish Water said “Irish Water is aware of the impact a Do Not Consume Notice is having on the community of Newbliss and would like to reassure impacted customers that Irish Water’s drinking water compliance and operational experts are working hard to lift the notice as quickly and as safely as possible. We would ask customers who have concerns to contact our customer care team on 1800 278 278.”

This water should not be used for

• Drinking
• Drinks made with water
• Food preparation, washing or cooking of food,
• Brushing of teeth
• Making of ice
• Children under 12 months old should not drink this water
• In particular, children under 12 months old should not drink this water. This water should not be used for making up infant formula for bottled fed infants. An alternative source of water should be used. Bottled water can also be used to make up infant formula. All bottled water, with the exception of natural mineral water, is regulated to the same standard as drinking water. It is best not to use bottled water labelled as ‘Natural Mineral Water’ as it can have high levels of sodium (salt) and other minerals, although it rarely does. ‘Natural Mineral Water’ can be used if no other water is available, for as short a time as possible, as it is important to keep babies hydrated.
• If bottled water is used to make up infant formula it should be boiled once (rolling boil for 1 minute), and cooled in the normal way
• Ready-to-use formula that does not need added water can also be used.
• Domestic water filters will not render water safe to drink
• Caution should be taken when bathing infants to ensure that they do not swallow the bathing water
• Discard ice cubes in fridges and freezers and filtered water in fridges

What can you use water for?

The water can be used for personal hygiene, bathing, flushing toilets, laundry and washing of utensils
Irish Water and Monaghan County Council will continue to liaise with the Health Service Executive with a view to lifting this drinking water restriction as soon as practicable.

Updates will be available on our Water Supply Updates section, on Twitter @IWCare and via our customer care helpline, open 24/7 on 1800 278 278.

 

26th July, 2021: The Department of Public Health North East, Cavan County Council and Monaghan County Council are appealing to the people to continue to follow public health advice due to an increase in COVID-19 cases in Cavan and Monaghan in recent weeks.

Activities contributing to the increase in COVID-19 cases in the community include; indoor and outdoor social gatherings, family celebrations and house parties.

Dr Augustine Pereira, Director of Public Health North East, said: “The Department of Public Health North East has seen an increase in COVID-19 cases in Cavan and Monaghan. In the most recent week (wk29), we’ve seen a doubling of the number of cases in Monaghan. The majority of new cases in recent weeks have been in the unvaccinated age group. We ask if you are not yet vaccinated, to please continue to manage your contacts, meet outdoors, avoid crowded settings and not to socialise indoors as you await your vaccine. The 15-24 year age group accounted for over 30% of COVID-19 cases in Cavan and Monaghan last week. This is why we are urging everyone to be extra vigilant, act responsibly, and adhere to public health guidelines.”

“The high incidence rates we are seeing in the North East reflects how serious the situation can become in a matter of days and weeks. We have not seen this level of infection since early February, which is a worrying trend and shows that this virus is prevalent in our communities.

“All of our collective hard work has contributed to the success of our vaccination programme and the progress we have made so far with reopening our economy and society.”

Dr Pereira added: “Please help us prevent the situation getting worse by following all public health advice now, in particular to avoid crowds, limit contacts, avoid meeting up indoors, wear a mask, wash hands frequently and work from home where possible. Above all, do not organise a house party.”

“If you experience symptoms of COVID-19, please isolate and seek a free PCR test as soon as possible. Common COVID-19 symptoms of the Delta variant that is the circulating strain now also include a sore throat, runny nose or headaches. It is important at this point, for people with mild symptoms to also seek a free test.”

Cavan County Council Chief Executive, Tommy Ryan, said: “The people of Cavan have done tremendous work in keeping case numbers low in the county in recent months, but the increased transmissibility of the Delta variant means we cannot afford to be complacent. I would ask everyone in the county to continue to practice social distancing and take all precautions to slow the spread of this disease while the vaccination programme continues.

“By working together, we can once again bring our case numbers down and prevent a further spike in infections. As recent statistics have shown that most new cases are among those who are unvaccinated, I would appeal to our young people to take particular care to avoid large crowds and to limit their contacts. I would also encourage anyone who is eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine but has not yet registered for vaccination to do so as soon as possible. Adherence to public health advice, in tandem with the vaccination programme, will help us through this pandemic and lead us to brighter days ahead.”

Eamonn O’Sullivan, Chief Executive of Monaghan County Council is encouraging the people of Monaghan to follow all public health advice and stay safe.

“We are currently experiencing a rise in the number of COVID-19 cases. I would urge everyone eligible to apply and avail of the COVID-19 vaccine. Now is the time that we must work together to ensure that this virus does not take hold again. As the country begins to open up, please ensure that you follow public health advice and stay safe, if we work together we will reduce the spread of this virus.”

Municipal District of Ballybay/Clones
Casual Trading Act 1995

Notice is hereby given that The Municipal District of Ballybay/Clones proposes to amend the Bye Laws as adopted on 16^th April 2018 in relation to the control, regulation, supervision and administration of Casual Trading in Ballybay to include the following designated sites as shown below as Casual Trading Areas:

• Designated area in Ballybay Town Park in the townland of Cornamucklaglass, referred to as Pitch No 1.

Hours of Trading Monday – Sunday 8.00 am to 8.00 pm

• Designated area in Ballybay Town Park in the townland of Cornamucklaglass, referred to as Pitch No 2.

Hours of Trading Monday – Sunday 8.00 am to 8.00 pm.

In addition to the above amendments, it is also proposed that the amendment of these Bye Laws to allow for the elected members of the Municipal District of Ballybay/Clones to have the following powers to be exercised by resolution:

• To extend the areas within which casual trading is to take place.
• To remove any casual trading area as a place where casual trading can take place.
• To extend or limit the times during which casual trading can take place.
• To increase or decrease fees payable for granting of a casual trading licence.
• After consultation with An Garda Sīochána, to suspend the operation of these Bye Laws for a specified period, or within a specified place within the town of Ballybay.
• A copy of the proposed draft Casual Trading (Control and Description) Bye Laws for Ballybay and map will be available for inspection by contacting the offices of Ballybay/Clones
  Municipal District by telephone on 047 51018 between the hours of 9.30 am – 5.15 pm Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays) or  by emailing clones@monaghancoco.ie   for a period of one month from date of publication of this notice. The Municipal District of Ballybay/Clones will consider any submissions in relation to the proposed draft Casual Trading (Control and Description) Bye Laws which are submitted in writing to it by any person within 2 weeks after the end of the period for the inspection of the proposed Bye Laws.

Signed: Kevin McNally, Municipal District Coordinator
The Municipal District of Ballybay/Clones
22^nd July 2021

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Temporary Closing of Roads

Monaghan County Council intends to close the following roads in County Monaghan:

Date and Times:                    Monday 23^rd August 2021 until Friday 24^th September 2021 between the hours of 8.00 am and 6.00 pm

Each road will be closed for a maximum of 1 week within the Closure Period

To facilitate:                          Road Improvement Works

Roads Closed in the Municipal District of Monaghan

• LT-12116-0 in the Townland of Mullaliss

Roads Closed in the Municipal District of Carrickmacross/Castleblayney

• LT-86001-0 in the Townland of Kilmurray
• LT-89013-0 in the Townland of Corrybracken
• LT-49012-0 in the Townland of Drumgossat
• LT-49013-0 in the Townland of Knocknarran West
• LT-49014-0 in the Townland of Magheracloone

 

All detours will be signposted in order to direct the traffic. (Local Access and Emergency Vehicles will be catered for at all times).

Any interested person may lodge an objection to the closing of the above-mentioned road with the Head of Roads, Monaghan County Council, MTEK II Building, Knockaconny, Monaghan not later than Tuesday 27^th July 2021.  Any objections must be clearly marked on envelope “Objection to Road Closure”.

If you have any queries concerning this Road Closure please contact Roads Section, MTEK II Building, Knockaconny, Monaghan at (047) 30579 or email roads@monaghancoco.ie

Gareth McMahon
A/Senior Engineer
Roads and Transportation
22^nd July 2021

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Temporary Closing of Road

Monaghan County Council gives notice to close the following road in the Municipal District of Carrickmacross/Castleblayney in County Monaghan:

Date and Times:                               Monday 2^nd August 2021 to Thursday 5th August 2021

between 8.00 am – 6.00 pm

To Facilitate:                                      Road Resurfacing Works at Farney Street, New Street & Bath Street, Carrickmacross.

Road Closed:                                     R 178-6 in the townland Drummond Otra of Co. Monaghan.

Diversion Route:

Traffic wishing to travel to Main Street Carrickmacross from Cullaville/Crossmaglen the R179-6 will be directed via R178-6 Dundalk Rd taking 3rd exit from the roundabout onto the R927-4. At the T-junction turn right onto the R927-3 and continue to Main Street.

Traffic wishing to travel to Main Street Carrickmacross from Dundalk R178-6 will be directed via 1st exit from the roundabout onto the R927-4. At the T-junction turn right onto the R927-3 and continue to Main Street.

All detours will be signposted to direct traffic.

This notice complies with the Roads Act 1993 (Section 75).

Gareth Mc Mahon
A/Senior Engineer
Roads and Transportation
22^nd July 2021

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Temporary Closing of Roads – Emergency Closure

Monaghan County Council hereby gives notice of Emergency Closure in accordance with Section 75 of the Roads Act 1993 & Article 12 of the Roads Regulations 1994 that it will close the following road in the Municipal District of Clones/Ballybay in County Monaghan:

Date & Time:              Thursday 22^nd July 2021 to Friday 6^th August 2021

To Facilitate:               Emergency Bridge Repair Works

Road Closed:               L3120 Creeve

Diversion Routes:

Traffic wishing to travel on the L-3120 in the direction of Ballybay town will be diverted by remaining on the L-3130, then turning right on to the L-3101.

Traffic wishing to travel on the L-3120 in the direction of Carrickatee will be diverted by remaining on the L-3101, then turning left on to the L-3130.

All Detours will be signposted in order to direct the Traffic. (No through Road at Bridgeworks).

If you have any queries concerning this Road Closure please contact Roads Section, M-TEK II Building, Knockaconny, Monaghan at (047) 30579 or email roads@monaghancoco.ie.

Gareth McMahon
A/Senior Engineer
Roads and Transportation
22^nd July 2021

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What is Wildland/Gorse/Forest Fires
– Wildland/Gorse/Forest fires can be described as uncontrolled and unwanted fire in
an area of combustible vegetation that usually starts in rural areas.

Advice for Landowners
– It is an offence to carry out controlled burning of land or vegetation between 1st

March and 31st September of any year.
– Before you consider setting a controlled fire you must consider the following:

Considerations

• Is a fire absolutely necessary?
• Have I confirmed the Forest Fire Danger Warning notice status?
• Have I checked weather conditions including wind direction?
• If I start a fire can I stop it?
• Am I within 1 mile of a woodland or a forest?
• Is my fire plan thoroughly prepared?
• Have I sufficient help and equipment to control the planned fire?
• Is my neighbour’s property safe?
• Have I notified An Garda Síochána and the Local Authority?
• Have I notified the Fire Service Regional Control Centre?
• Have I means of communication should an emergency arise?
• Have I considered the financial consequences of an uncontrolled fire?

If you answer no to any of the above or have even the slightest doubt about any of
these answers the advice is simple – DO NOT BURN.

Department of Agricultural, Food & Marine
– Go to www.gov.ie/en/publication/642e6-forestry/#fire-management for more information and current Forest Fire Danger Warnings in effect.
‘Notice to Burn’ Application Forms are available on the Monaghan County Council website https://monaghan.ie/firebuildingcontrol/controlled-burning/
Monaghan Fire & Civil Protection can be contacted on 047-30520 for further information and guidance.

Follow Monaghan Fire & Civil Protection:
– https://twitter.com/monaghan_fire
– https://www.facebook.com/monaghanfireandrescue/

STOP stands for: S – Smoke alarms T – Test your smoke alarms weekly O – Obvious dangers P – Plan your escape route

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