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Fire Safety Advice
Poultry Houses – Heating – Services – Farming – Commercial

• Building Control Regulations & Building Regulations
– A Commencement Notice is required before commencement of any works.
– Agriculture buildings >1 story must obtain Fire Safety Certificate approval.
– Agriculture buildings >300m² must comply with current Building Regulations.

• Poultry House Health Checks – Identify the building age and age of service installations.
– Regularly/routinely inspect electrical/heating/water installations.
– Have a maintenance/repair strategy and a time period for same.

• Electrical Installations – Visual inspections should be completed annually by a competent person.
– Inspection/testing should be completed every 3 years by a competent person.
– Relevant ET101/IS 10101 certification should be obtained following testing.

• Gas & Biomass Heating Installations
– Heating installations should comply with the relevant Irish Standards.
– Boilers & ancillary equipment should be maintained by a competent person.
– Carbon Monoxide detection & alarm should be provided in wood pellet stores.
– Area around gas tanks should be clear of all combustible material/vegetation.

• Machinery & Storage – Have all machinery regularly serviced by a competent mechanic.
– Have a designated workshop with identified welding/grinding location.
– Store fuels/chemicals separately in approved bunded and labelled containers.
– Know the location of any gas cylinders especially Acetylene/LPG.

• Fire Safety Risk Assessment – Identify hazards including sources of ignition, fuel load and dangerous substances.
– Identify all persons at risk including staff and emergency personnel.
– Evaluate the risks, remove or control to protect identified persons.
– Prepare a safety plan and provide information, instruction and training.
– Review annually or following new work practices/products/machinery.

• General – The locations of all isolation valves should be identified and signed.
– Maintain and clearly identify/sign all Fire-Fighting equipment.
– Secure all access routes to yards/buildings and advise of hazards.
– Know the location of and how to access adequate water supplies.

• Calling 999 / 112 – Speak clearly to the operator and know what is involved in the fire.
– Know your EIRCODE or local landmarks for responding fire crews.
– Send a person to the public road to direct attending appliances.
– Know how to and where to evacuate poultry to in an emergency.

PREVENT FIRES BY MAKING FIRE SAFETY PART OF YOUR BUSINESS
For additional information and guidance 047-30521 or fireprevention@monaghancoco.ie
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Innovating Communities, is a project led by Monaghan Integrated Development here in County Monaghan.

The project’s online Idea Generation Workshop for Carrickmacross and Surrounds on Monday 26th July at 7.30-8pm. Register at www.eventbrite.com/e/161796392365

What ideas do you have for Carrickmacross and its surrounding areas? Bring them to this quick 30 minute online brainstorming session! Wild and wonderful welcome.
If you cannot make it, you can send on ideas in email or log them in the Challenge Bank on the project website.

Innovating Communities is a 2 year project that will deliver free facilitated training in ‘Design Thinking’ which is a Creative Problem Solving process. This process will be taught through a series of free Courses addressing ideas identified by local people. Your ideas might inform a new free Course which will support you act on the idea/s – check out the current active Courses at www.innovating.ie/training. Have a think about your ideas beforehand so you are prepared and ready to share and discuss on the evening!

Please share the event with anyone you think would benefit. If you have an interest in and ideas for your community and local area, the workshop and Innovating Communities is for you!

For more info, visit www.innovating.ie / contact Collette cmentee@midl.ie / 087 176 1732.

Following publication of Fire Danger Notice – Condition Orange effective from 15.00hrs 16.07.2021 – 12.00hrs 23.07.2021 and continuing dry weather pattern, it is now advised that controlled burning is prohibited within County Monaghan for the effective period.

 

Fire Danger Notice 06 of 2021
Issue date:  16 July 2021 @ 1500hrs
Forest Fire
Danger Rating 

Condition Orange – High Fire Risk
Warning Effective From  1500hrs 16/07/2021
Effective Period Expires 1200hrs 23/07/2021

Arising from current dry weather patterns and high temperatures a high fire risk is deemed to exist in all areas where hazardous fuels such as dead grasses and shrub fuels such as heather and gorse exist. This risk phase is expected to peak on Friday, July 23^rd, 2021.

Higher visitor activity levels at recreational sites can be expected in line with fine weather and summer holiday usage patterns.  Members of the public intending to visit forests and other recreational sites are reminded to adhere to regulations introduced to limit the spread of Covid-19. Vehicles must not be parked at site entrances or impede emergency service access to forest roads. Forest visitors should not use barbeques or open fires at any stage.

Fire behaviour and spread rates are likely to be moderated by high live fuel moisture levels in vegetation, and low expected wind speeds during the lifespan of this notice.

Fire Weather Data Courtesy of European Commission Copernicus System, European Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting and Met éireann.

Pending significant rainfall, this risk condition will remain in place until 1200hrs on Friday, July 23rd, 2021 unless otherwise stated by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

Advice to Forest Owners and Managers

All forest owners and managers are again advised to prepare for likely outbreaks of fire. Fire lines, Fire Plans, fire suppression equipment should be reviewed and made ready and other relevant contingencies such as insurance, helicopter contracts etc., checked and confirmed.

The need for increased vigilance at this time cannot be overstated. Forest owners, farmers, rural dwellers and other countryside users are asked to be extremely vigilant regarding fire activity, to report any suspicious or illegal activity to the Gardai and to report all fires immediately to the Fire and Emergency Services via 112/999.

The Department recommends that forest owners and managers should consider the fire mitigation measures that they can put in place to help prevent loss or damage to forest resources through fire. Examples of such measures are:

1. Risk assessment:

Assess your property with regard to fire risk and mitigation factors. Is there a risk of fire or presence of hazardous fuel vegetation on neighbouring lands? Is there a history of land burning in the vicinity of your forest? Are access routes adequate, accessible and clear of obstructions?  Is there a firebreak in place and has it been adequately maintained?

2. Prepare:

Fire Plans should be developed for all forests, including a map showing access routes and assembly points for fire fighting personnel and equipment and potential sources of water. The plan should also include contact details for the emergency services, local private and Coillte foresters, neighbouring landowners and forest owners in order to summon help should the need arise.

Have fire-fighting tools such as beaters and knapsack sprayers to hand and ready to use. If you do not live in reasonable proximity to your woodland, a local caretaker or forest neighbour should be employed and should also have a copy of the fire plan with your and all the above contact numbers.

Clear tracks and roads if available and ensure forest entrances and access routes are not blocked by parked vehicles or other obstacles, especially where visitors or recreational users may be present. Suitable signage to this effect should be displayed on gates or barriers.

Firebreaks should be created (if not already in place) by screefing or removing vegetation mechanically by excavator so that the soil is bare.  Fire breaks should be at least 6 metres wide and should be maintained clear of flammable vegetation.

3. Be Vigilant:

Forest owners should be particularly vigilant during the high risk period.  Fire patrols may be warranted in known fire hotspots.  Be particularly vigilant at Bank Holiday weekends where high risk weather is forecast. Cooperation between neighbouring landowners is critical to successful fire prevention. Forest owners should discuss their concerns about fire with neighbouring landowners in advance of the fire season. Providing assistance to farmers wishing to carry out legal prescribed burning earlier in the season is a useful way of developing good working relationships with neighbours, as well as ensuring that operations are conducted safely during lower risk conditions. Forest owners should cooperate with fire planning and share the burden of fire patrols and vigilance during high risk periods.

4. Obey the Law:

It is an offence to cut, grub, burn or otherwise destroy any vegetation growing on any land not then cultivated between 1^st March and 31^st August in any year. Report all suspicious or illegal activity to Gardai immediately. Landowners wishing to carry out legally permitted prescribed burning must notify in writing all forest owners within one mile of the wood, and the local Garda station, between 7 and 35 days in advance of the burning operation. All burning operations should be notified to the Fire Service, via the control centre by telephoning 112/999 BEFORE burning commences. Landowners found burning illegally could face fines, imprisonment and Single Farm Payment penalties, where applicable.

5. Report Fires Immediately:

If you see a fire, do not delay; report it to the Fire and Emergency Services straight away. Do not wait for somebody else to make the call. Dial 999 or 112. You will not be billed by the fire service or local authority for making the call. Give clear details as regards location, where at all possible using a national grid reference and any other useful information such as the size of the fire, wind direction, proximity to dwellings or forestry etc. Do not attempt to tackle fires alone or without adequate training or protective equipment.

6. Report Losses:

If your forest is damaged or destroyed, report this loss as soon as possible to your local Gardai station and to the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Johnstown Castle Estate, Co. Wexford.

Advice to the General Public/Forest Visitors

Members of the public and visitors to recreational areas should cooperate with all requests regarding fire safety, obey all relevant bye-laws and be considerate in parking vehicles so as not to impede access by emergency vehicles.

Where fire outbreaks occur at or near recreational areas the following actions should be taken by visitors in the interests of safety.

1. Do not light fires in and around forests or open land.
2. Do not attempt to intervene or fight fires under any circumstances.
3. Gather all family/group members and move to a safe fuel-free location such as a car park, upwind of the fire.
4. Telephone Fire and Rescue Services via 112 and report the fire and its location.
5. Evacuate if instructed to do so, and cooperate with all Emergency Service Instructions.

 

https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/01773-fire-management/#fire-danger-notices

 

 

Monaghan County Council

Review of Road Traffic Special Speed Limits (Regional & Local Roads) Byelaws for County Monaghan.

Monaghan County Council is currently reviewing and updating the Special Speed Limits (Regional & Local) ByeLaws for County Monaghan.

The Transportation Dept. wish to invite submissions and suggestions from the public and interested groups regarding speed limits on Regional & Local Roads within Co. Monaghan to be considered for inclusion in the new updated byelaw.

For information, the current Speed Limit Bye-Laws can be viewed on the Council’s website www.monaghancoco.ie by using the following link:

https://monaghan.ie/roadtransport/special-speed-limits/

Submissions or comments relating to the  Special Speed Limits (Regional & Local Roads) Bye-Laws review may be made in writing to the Transportation Department, Monaghan County Council, M- TEK II, Knockaconny, Armagh Road, Monaghan Town; or emailed to Roads@monaghancoco.ie to arrive not later than 5pm on 6^th August 2021.

Submissions/Comments should be headed: “Special Speed Limits (Regional & Local Roads) Bye-Laws” Respondents making submissions should note that Monaghan County Council is subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014 and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Mc Mahon

A/ Senior Engineer, Transportation

Monaghan County Council

Review of Special Speed Limits (Housing Estates) Bye-Laws for County Monaghan.

Monaghan County Council is currently reviewing and updating the 30 km/h Special Speed Limits (Housing Estates) Bye-Laws for County Monaghan.

The Transportation Dept. wish to invite submissions and suggestions from the public and interested groups for additional housing estates to be considered for inclusion in the new updated byelaw.

For information, the current Speed Limit Bye-Laws can be viewed on the Council’s website www.monaghancoco.ie by using the following link: https://monaghan.ie/roadtransport/special-speed-limits/

Submissions or comments relating to the 30 km/h Special Speed Limits (Housing Estates) Bye-Laws review may be made in writing to the Transportation Department, Monaghan County Council, M- TEK II, Knockaconny, Armagh Road, Monaghan Town; or emailed to Roads@monaghancoco.ie to arrive not later than 5pm on 6th August 2021.

Submissions/Comments should be headed: “Special Speed Limits (Housing Estates) Bye-Laws” Respondents making submissions should note that Monaghan County Council is subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014 and the Data Protection Act 2018.

G. Mc Mahon
A/ Senior Engineer, Transportation

Temporary Closing of Road

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

Dates and Times: Monday 26^th July 2021 to Thursday 29th of July 2021 (08.00hrs – 18.00hrs)

To Facilitate: Road Resurfacing Works at O’Neill St/Castle St Carrickmacross.

Road Closed: R 179-6 in the townland Drummond Otra of Co. Monaghan.

Diversion Route:

Traffic wishing to travel to Dundalk via O Neill St/Castle St will be directed via Main St R927-3 to the R927-4 taking 3rd exit from the roundabout onto the R178-7 and continue to Dundalk.

Traffic wishing to travel to R179-6 Cullaville/Crossmaglen via O Neill St/Castle St will be diverted via LS8510-0 (Rockdaniel Rd).

All detours will be signposted to direct traffic.

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

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

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Temporary Closing of Road

Monaghan County Council gives notice of Intention 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 (08.00 am – 18.00 pm)

To Facilitate: Road Resurfacing Works at Farney St/New St/Bath St/ Carrickmacross.

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

Diversion Route:

Traffic wishing to travel to Main St 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 St.

Traffic wishing to travel to Main St 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 St.

All detours will be signposted to direct traffic.

Any interested person may lodge an objection to the closing of the above-mentioned road with the A/Senior Engineer, Monaghan County Council, MTEK-II Building, Knockaconny, Monaghan not later than Tuesday 20^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 The Municipal District of Carrickmacross/Castleblayney, Civic Offices, Riverside Road, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan at (042) 9661236 or email carrickmacross@monaghancoco.ie

Gareth McMahon
A/Senior Engineer, Roads and Transportation
15^th of July 2021

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Monaghan County Council

Review of Special Speed Limits (Housing Estates) Bye-Laws for County Monaghan

Monaghan County Council is currently reviewing and updating the 30 km/h Special Speed Limits (Housing Estates) Bye-Laws for County Monaghan.

The Transportation Department wish to invite submissions and suggestions from the public and interested groups for additional housing estates to be considered for inclusion in the new updated bye-law.

For information, the current Speed Limit Bye-Laws can be viewed on the Council’s website www.monaghancoco.ie by using the following link:

https://monaghan.ie/roadtransport/special-speed-limits/

Submissions or comments relating to the 30 km/h Special Speed Limits (Housing Estates) Bye-Laws review may be made in writing to the Transportation Department, Monaghan County Council, M- TEK II, Knockaconny, Armagh Road, Monaghan Town; or emailed to roads@monaghancoco.ie to arrive not later than 5pm on 6^th August 2021.

Submissions/Comments should be headed: “Special Speed Limits (Housing Estates) Bye-Laws.” Respondents making submissions should note that Monaghan County Council is subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014 and the Data Protection Act 2018.

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

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Monaghan County Council

Review of Road Traffic Special Speed Limits (Regional & Local Roads) Byelaws for County Monaghan

Monaghan County Council is currently reviewing and updating the Special Speed Limits (Regional & Local) Bye-Laws for County Monaghan.

The Transportation Department wish to invite submissions and suggestions from the public and interested groups regarding speed limits on Regional & Local Roads within Co. Monaghan to be considered for inclusion in the new updated bye-law.

For information, the current Speed Limit Bye-Laws can be viewed on the Council’s website www.monaghancoco.ie by using the following link:

https://monaghan.ie/roadtransport/special-speed-limits/

Submissions or comments relating to the  Special Speed Limits (Regional & Local Roads) Bye-Laws review may be made in writing to the Transportation Department, Monaghan County Council, M- TEK II, Knockaconny, Armagh Road, Monaghan Town; or emailed to roads@monaghancoco.ie to arrive not later than 5pm on 6^th August 2021.

Submissions/Comments should be headed: “Special Speed Limits (Regional & Local Roads) Bye-Laws.” Respondents making submissions should note that Monaghan County Council is subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014 and the Data Protection Act 2018.

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

Notice of Passing of Resolution To Vary Basic Rate of Local Property Tax

The Finance (Local Property Tax) Act 2012 (as amended), makes specific provision that the Elected Members of a local authority may pass a formal resolution to vary the basic rate of the Local Property Tax for their administrative area by a percentage known as the Local Adjustment Factor. Article 10 of the Local Property Tax (Local Adjustment Factor) Regulations 2014 requires a local authority that has decided to vary the basic rate of the local property tax within its administrative area to give public notice of that decision.

In pursuance of the provisions of section 20 of the FINANCE (LOCAL PROPERTY TAX) ACT 2012 (as amended), I the undersigned hereby notify the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage of the passing of a resolution at a meeting of Monaghan County Council on 5th July 2021 to the effect that the basic rate of local property tax should be varied upwards by fifteen percent (15%) for the year 2022 in respect of relevant residential properties situated in the local authority’s administrative area.

Signed: Eamonn O’Sullivan
Chief Executive
Dated: 8th July 2021

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Proposes to install CCTV Cameras

Monaghan County Council proposes to install CCTV cameras on Main Street and St. Macartan Terrace in Carrickmacross Town. The purpose of this measure is to deter anti-social behaviour and prevent crime thereby providing a safer environment for the benefit of the whole community.

It is proposed to install 24 CCTV cameras at 8 locations throughout the Town Centre, all of which has been agreed with An Garda Síochána.

Plans and particulars of the proposed scheme will be available for inspection during normal office hours (9.30am- 4.30pm) at Carrickmacross Civic Offices, Riverside Road, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan.

Carrickmacross CCTV – Download Public Consultation PDF here >>

Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed scheme may be made in writing to:

Mr. Damien Thornton,
Carrickmacross Civic Offices,
Riverside Road,
Carrickmacross,
Co. Monaghan
A81 RY22

no later than 4pm on Friday the 30^th July 2021.

Signed: Damien Thornton, Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District Co-Ordinator

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Newspaper Notice Section 38

Legislative Procedure for Traffic Calming Procedures under the Road Traffic Act 1994

Under the Road Traffic Act 1994 (As Amended) A road authority may, in the interest of the safety and convenience of road users, provide such traffic calming measures as they consider desirable in respect of public roads in their charge.

Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 38 of the Road Traffic Act 1994 (As Amended) of the following scheme:

Traffic Calming – R178 Shercock Rd Carrickmacross at the Townlands of Mullanarry and Derryolam.

The proposed Traffic Calming scheme will consist of:

• Installation of speed cushions.
• Installation of new road markings.
• Erection of new signage throughout the scheme.
• All associated site works.

In accordance with Section 38 of the Road Traffic Act 1994 (As Amended), Monaghan County Council, as the competent roads authority has concluded that the above scheme complies with the relevant section of the legislation, based on the nature, size and location of the proposed scheme.

Plans and particulars of the proposed scheme will be available for inspection, from Thursday the 8^th of July 2021, during normal office hours (9.30am- 4.30pm) at Carrickmacross Civic Offices, Riverside Road, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan.

Due to COVID 19 restrictions, please contact the above-mentioned offices, via telephone on 042 9661236 or alternatively via Email at carrickmacross@monaghancoco.ie, to arrange an appointment to view the Plans and Particulars of the proposed scheme.

Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed scheme may be made in writing to:

Mr. Damien Thornton,
Carrickmacross Civic Offices,
Riverside Road,
Carrickmacross,
Co. Monaghan
A81 RY22

no later than 5pm on Thursday the 6^th of August 2021.

Signed: Damien Thornton, Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District Co-Ordinator

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Temporary Closing of Road

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

Dates and Times: Monday 26^th July 2021 to Thursday 29th of July 2021 (08.00hrs – 18.00hrs)

To Facilitate: Road Resurfacing Works at O’Neill St/Castle St Carrickmacross.

Road Closed: R 179-6 in the townland Drummnnd Otra of Co. Monaghan.

Diversion Route:

Traffic Wishing to Travel to Dundalk via O Neill St/Castle St will be directed via Main St R927-3 to the R927-4 taking 3rd exit from the roundabout onto the R178-7 and continue to Dundalk.

Traffic Wishing to Travel to R179-6 Cullaville/Crossmaglen via O Neill St/Castle St will be diverted via LS8510-0 (Rockdaniel Rd)

All detours will be signposted to direct traffic.

Any interested person may lodge an objection to the closing of the above mentioned roads with the Head of Roads, Monaghan County Council, MTEK II Building, Knockaconny, Monaghan not later than Tuesday 13^th July 2021.  Any objections must be clearly marked on envelope “Objection To Road Closure”.

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

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

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In the course of 2021, Imagine have extended availability of its high-speed broadband network to cover over 17,100 premises across Co. Monaghan. This will soon include extending availability from Ballybay, Clontibret to Monaghan to Glaslough and many townlands in between. Next week from Monday July 12th to Friday 16th Imagine teams will be in these areas testing homes and businesses before maps are finalized and the network goes live. To register your interest for a test, simply send your Eircode with a contact name, number and email by WhatsApp or SMS to 087 3389945 or email monaghan@imaginegroup.ie .

They can quickly confirm if your Eircode is in coverage for high-speed broadband. If your Eircode is outside normal expected coverage Imagine will arrange an individual test at your premises with specialist equipment or advise when coverage will be extended to your area.

Broadband Officer, John McArdle noted: “We have engaged with Imagine to extend their wireless infrastructure across much of the centre of the county and we are delighted with the progress being made here. I would encourage all users who require high speed broadband to contact Imagine and register their eircode. As noted earlier, this will allow engineers to advise when Imagine’s network may become available in that area. Registering your interest can make it more feasible for Imagine to extend their network further across County Monaghan.”

Public invited to participate in new survey examining driving behaviors and attitudes to Electric Vehicles (EVs)

The FASTER Project, bringing increased access to high-speed Electric Vehicle charging points, is inviting the public to tell us about their travel patterns and needs, by completing a short survey, available at: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/FasterEVs

Recent weeks and months have seen significant media and public interest in the growing numbers of Battery Electric and Hybrid vehicles on roads across Monaghan. EV sales have seen record increases in the first six months of 2021 and as governments across the globe are uniting in their efforts to tackle carbon emissions and climate change, future trends predict this growth will continue as sales of new petrol and diesel vehicles are phased out.

A recently announced €6.4 million EU INTERREG VA funded project led by, East Border Region Ltd with partners including South West College, University of Ulster, Sligo IT and Dundalk IT, will help reduce the impact of fossil fuels and transport emissions through the delivery of 73 new publicly accessible rapid charging points across Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Border Region to support drivers as they make the switch to electric vehicles. Match-funding for the project has also been provided by the Department for Infrastructure in Northern Ireland and the Department for Transport in Ireland, as well as HITRANS and the University of Strathclyde.

The FASTER [Facilitating a Sustainable Transition to EVs in the Region] Project is currently working with Monaghan County Council to identify suitable locations in the county for this vital infrastructure which will be installed on a rolling basis over the next 6 to 18 months.

Underlining the importance of the project Gina McIntyre, CEO of the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), which manages the EU’s INTERREG VA Programme, said:

“As the effects of climate change increase dramatically we need to invest seriously in measures which will cut carbon emissions. Electric vehicles represent a more eco-friendly form of transport which will have a reduced impact on the environment.

“This new EU-funded project has been specifically designed to remove some of the obstacles that have previously discouraged people from choosing electric vehicles. It also represents one of the core objectives of the INTERREG VA Programme, which supports sustainable transport, on a cross-border basis.”

East Border Region Chairman Cllr Kyle Savage added “EBR are delighted to be Lead Partner on this innovative and genuinely cross-border project which will see essential Electric Vehicle infrastructure installed across the three jurisdictions. Electric Vehicles are an essential strategy in the immediate term to reduce local emissions and help improve local air quality.”

While estimates suggest that up to 80% of charging will take place at the homes of EV owners, the number of chargers currently available for public use is widely regarded as one of the key obstacles for those drivers considering the move to a more sustainable vehicle. The FASTER Project will deliver effective solutions to help overcome this barrier and will educate drivers as to their electric vehicle options and the benefits they can bring.

The FASTER Project partnership in collaboration with Transport Research Partnership is now calling on the public to participate in a short survey which will examine the current travel needs and behaviors of vehicle users across Monaghan. This survey will identify preferences on vehicle ownership, fuel choice, the types of journeys drivers are making daily and will explore the factors & influences which are leading the shift towards electric vehicles.

The public survey is available online until Tuesday 20th July and can be completed at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/FasterEVs

‘Outdoor Seating & Accessories for Tourism & Hospitality Business’ Scheme Traditional Pubs Now Eligible to Apply

The ‘Outdoor Seating & Accessories for Tourism & Hospitality Business’ scheme is being delivered in partnership between Fáilte Ireland and Local Authorities across the country. The Scheme will
provide funding for individual tourism and hospitality businesses to develop and increase their own outdoor seating capacity for the summer of 2021. This scheme will financially assist and support independent tourism and hospitality business owners to create outdoor dining experiences in a regulated and accessible manner. Funding under the scheme is only available to existing businesses.

The scheme is open to attractions, hotels, restaurants, cafes, public houses or other tourism and hospitality business establishments where food is sold for consumption on the premises. As of 14th June 2021, the scheme has been extended to include traditional pubs. Eligibility is dependent on commercial rates due in respect of premises having been paid for the period up to 31st December 2019 or a payment plan being in place with the Local Authority.

The scheme will provide for up to 75% of the ex-VAT cost of equipment purchased/installed with a maximum allowable contribution of up to €4,000 per applicant. Expenditure incurred on upgrades to outdoor dining spaces including but not limited to: tables, chairs, umbrellas, electric heaters, screens/windbreaks, plant stands, wooden platforms, etc. are considered eligible for the scheme. Tables, chairs, or other furniture shall be of robust and stable construction to prevent movement in adverse weather conditions and be agreed with Monaghan County Council. Monaghan County Council has the right to use its discretion in regard to its process and the development of appropriate terms and conditions that are appropriate for our respective streetscapes, businesses etc.

All applicants will be required to comply with planning codes, legislative requirements and other compliance requirements.
Expenditure must be incurred between 1st April 2020 and 30th September 2021 and payment will be made by Local Authorities to approved applicants on submission of receipts and photography of furniture in situ.

The scheme is open for applications until 30th September 2021. Further information on the ‘Outdoor Seating and Accessories for Tourism and Hospitality Scheme’ can be found at https://monaghan.ie/outdoor-seating-accessories-for-tourismhospitality-business-scheme/

Or by emailing: Dympna Condra, Tourism Officer, dcondra@monaghancoco.ie

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Public Alert: Mains Flushing to Lough Egish Regional Water Supply Scheme Irish Water and Monaghan County Council

Monaghan County Council on behalf of Irish Water wish to advise customers that Water Mains Flushing will take place from Monday 5th July 2021 to Friday 30th July 2021, on the Lough Egish Regional Water Supply Scheme.

The following areas will be affected: Carrickatee, Carrickavelty, Tossy, Loughmore, Lough Egish, Reduff, Tullynenegish, Tullynamalra, Cooltrimegish, Knocktornagh, Brackley, Tullynahenira, Lisduff, Greagh, Drumhowan, Carrickinaire, Carnaveagh, Aughnamullan, Shantonagh, Corwillian, Corkeenan, Corfad, Rockcorry, Anny, Derryvalley, Kinnagin, Annaglare, Bree, Castleblayney Town Centre Muckno Street, Dublin road Castleblayney, Monaghan road Castleblayney, Cremartin, Annyalla, Latton Clontibret Village, Rackwallace, Scotch Corner, Clerran, Castleshane and surrounding environs.
Mains flushing is undertaken to improve the quality of water supplied to our customers. Customers in areas where flushing will take place will notice a temporary discolouration to their water but this discolouration will clear when allowed to run for a few minutes.

Customers may also experience reduced pressure and interruptions to their supply for the duration of these works. We regret any inconvenience caused.

Signed: Peadar Mc Guinness, Head of Water Services
1st July 2021

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Ulster Canal Greenway Phase 3 – Smithborough to Clones

Following the completion of feasibility and constraints studies and as part of the ongoing development of the Ulster Canal Greenway, Monaghan County Council have engaged consultants Clandillon Civil Consulting to carry out the Route Selection and Environmental Evaluations for Phase 3 of the Ulster Canal Greenway between Smithborough and Clones. The environmental studies, which will consist initially of an ecological walkover survey of the study area, will commence imminently. These surveys will be non-intrusive and will be carried out by, Monaghan based ecological consultants, Flynn Furney.

All members of the ecologist’s team will carry identification and be fully insured to carry out their work. Public consultation in respect of the preferred route corridor will be progressed over the course of the summer at a date and location to be confirmed.
Please contact 047 51018 for any further information.

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Temporary Closing of Roads

Monaghan County Council gives notice to close the following road in the Municipal District of Ballybay-Clones in County Monaghan:

Date: Monday 12th July 2021 to Monday 09th August 2021
To Facilitate: Bridge Rehabilitation Works.
Roads Closed: L-22632-0 in the townland of Killynenagh Co. Monaghan
Diversion Route: Traffic wishing to travel on the L-22632 from the townland of Magherashaghry in the direction of the townland of Coppanagh/Lisarney will be diverted onto the L-2262, then turning left on to the L-22621, then turning left on to the L-6280, then continuing on the L-6008. Traffic wishing to travel on the L-22632 from the townland of Coppanagh/Lisarney to the townland of Magherashaghry will be diverted by remaining on the L-6008, then continuing on the L-6280, then turning right on to the L-22621, then turning right on to the L-2262.

All Detours will be signposted to direct the traffic. (L-22632 Local Access only, no through road at the Bridge Works). This notice complies with the Roads Act 1993(Section 75)

Signed: Gareth McMahon, A/Senior Engineer. Roads and Transportation. 1st July 2021