Childcare Course Level 6 - Cúrsa Cúram Páistí Leibhéal 6

CCB /AGM Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór Teo 9/09/2018

CCB /AGM Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór Teo 9/09/2018

CCB /AGM Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór Teo 9/09/2018

CCB - AGM

An Chultúrlann

3:00 in

Clár-Agenda

Miontuairiscí an CCB deireanach / Minutes of Previous AGM

Tuairisc Oibre na Bliana / Annual Report

Tuarascáil iniúchóra & Tuarascáil Airgeadais an Chomharchumainn / Auditors Report & Financial Statement of Comharchumann

Ceapacháin an Iniúchóir / Appointment of Auditor

Toghcháin & Ceapacháin Coiste Bainistíochta / Election & Appointment of Management Committee

AGE - AOB

Go raibh maith agat & maith tú a Donnacha Ó'Donaill! Buíochas mór do Connie McCauley & Paddy Dhomhnaill & gach duine a thug tacaíocht don tionscadal, go háirithe BIM Flag, na hoibrithe uilig a chuidigh linn an 'gym' a chur in airde & gach duine a chuidigh linn imeachtaí an lae a héagrú agus a reáchtáil! is maith sibh uilig!

Springboard+ (courses at third level)

 

Springboard+ offers courses at certificate, degree and masters level. It aims to offer qualifications in areas where there are job opportunities – such as ICT, construction, hospitality, business start-up and financial services.
Courses are generally part-time and last for one year or less, but there is an increasing number of full-time courses.
Springboard+ courses are free of charge for people who are unemployed. You can also apply if you are working, but you must pay a 10% contribution towards the fee for higher level courses.

Further information on Springboard+ is available on our website www.citizensinformation.ie & springboardcourses.ie

CCB /AGM Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór Teo 9/09/2018

CCB /AGM Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór Teo 9/09/2018

CCB /AGM Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór Teo 9/09/2018

CCB - AGM

An Chultúrlann

3:00 in

Clár-Agenda

Miontuairiscí an CCB deireanach / Minutes of Previous AGM

Tuairisc Oibre na Bliana / Annual Report

Tuarascáil iniúchóra & Tuarascáil Airgeadais an Chomharchumainn / Auditors Report & Financial Statement of Comharchumann

Ceapacháin an Iniúchóir / Appointment of Auditor

Toghcháin & Ceapacháin Coiste Bainistíochta / Election & Appointment of Management Committee

AGE - AOB

Oil Prices on the Rise

https://www.irishexaminer.com/breakingnews/business/oil-prices-rise-as-donald-trump-hits-out-at-iran-857317.html

Oil prices were on the rise at the start of the week after Donald Trump launched an attack on Iran via Twitter.

In a tweet delivered in capital letters, the US president threatened Iranian leader Hassan Rouhani, warning him to "never ever threaten the United States again or you will suffer the consequences the likes of which few throughout history have ever suffered before".

Rising Fuel Prices

https://www.esb.ie/tns/press-centre/2018/2018/06/27/electric-ireland-announces-energy-price-increase-from-1-august-2018

Issued at: 2.30 pm, 27 June 2018
Electric Ireland has today announced that it will increase residential electricity prices by 6.2 per cent and residential gas prices by 8 per cent from 1 August 2018. These increases are in direct response to sustained increases in wholesale energy prices.

Niall Dineen, Head of Residential Markets, Electric Ireland commented: “Electric Ireland is absolutely committed to keeping prices as low as possible. It has been a very difficult decision to make, but the wholesale costs required to supply electricity and gas are continuing to rise.

"Over the past number of years, we have passed on savings as a result of wholesale energy cost reductions and we remain the first supplier in the Irish market to offer enduring long term savings of up to 8.5 per cent to our residential electricity and gas customers. Electric Ireland also continues to give a 5 per cent discount to customers experiencing financial hardship, through Industry Prepayment meters and via the Household Budget Scheme.”

Donegal Co Co Fire Services Notice

Donegal Co Co Fire Services Notice 

We have set aside the following dates for provision of training with respect to the use of domestic type fire extinguishers and fire blankets provided to the islands as part of the Islands Community Fire Safety Programme. We would be obliged if you could inform the inhabitants of the islands with the information;     


 Friday 14^th September - Arranmore Island with demonstrations at 11am and 1pm 

Venues: 

11:00am Ionad an Chrois Bhealaigh
          
1:00pm Comharhchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór 

Cúrsa Gaeilge TEG - TEG Irish Course

Cúrsa Gaeilge TEG

Dáta tosaithe/Start Date: 28 Deireadh Fómhair 2015

Am/Time: 12:30-2:30

Táille/Fee: €40 le haghaidh 10 rang

Ionad/Venue: An Chultúrlann

CCB /AGM Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór Teo 27/06/2015

CCB /AGM Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór Teo 27/06/2015

CCB - AGM

An Chultúrlann

4:00 in

27 Meitheamh /June 2015

Clár-Agenda

Miontuairiscí an CCB deireanach / Minutes of Previous AGM

Tuairisc Oibre na Bliana / Annual Report

Tuarascáil iniúchóra & Tuarascáil Airgeadais an Chomharchumainn / Auditors Report & Financial Statement of Comharchumann

Ceapacháin an Iniúchóir / Appointment of Auditor

Toghcháin & Ceapacháin Coiste Bainistíochta / Election & Appointment of Management Committee

AGE - AOB

Part time seasonal job opportunities

Boghdóireacht - Archery

Part time seasonal job opportunities

Vacancies for up to 5 part-time seasonal workers, to supervise archery activities during summer season

A two day training course will be provided and will take place locally.

Spoken Irish desirable

Applications in writing only please to include CV to

Marty Donnelly

C/O Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór Teo

Árainn Mhór

Co Dhún na nGall

Closing Date: 20 February 2015

Deiseanna Fostaíochta Séasúracha (Páirtaimseartha )

Folúntais: Cúigear oibrithe séasúrach (páirtaimseartha) á lorg, chun maoirseacht a dhéanamh ar imeachtaí boghdóireachta le linn séasúr an tsamhraidh

Cuirfear cúrsa oiliúna dhá lá ar fáil go háitiúil

Gaeilge Labhartha ina bhuntáiste

Seol iarratais i scríbhinn i gcuideachta CV chuig:

Marty Donnelly

C/O Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór Teo

Árainn Mhór

Co Dhún na nGall

Dáta Deiridh : 20 Feabhra, 2015

Folúntas - Vacancy Arranmore Holiday Village

Folúntas: Baile Saoire Árainn Mhór. Coimeádaí foirgnimh chun freastal ar an Bhaile Saoire le linn séasúr an tsamhraidh. Seol litir iarratais i gcuideachta CV roimh chuig 16 Feabhra 2015. Tháthaí obair chothabhála ar fhoirgnimh riachtanach.

Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór Teo

Árainn Mhór

Co Dhún na nGall

Tuilleadh eolais 074 9520533

Vacancy - Arranmore Holiday Village

Maintenance worker/caretaker to undertake maintenance works during summer season. Property maintenance experience essential. Applications in writing with CV to before 16 February 2015

Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór

Árainn Mhór

Co Dhún na nGall

Further information 074 9520533

Pleanáil Teanga

Pleanáil Teanga

Oileán Árainn Mhór

Fógra Cruinnithe

Tionólfar an chéad cruinniú do bhord stiúrtha na pleanála teanga ar an Mháirt, 3 Feabhra 2015, ag 7:00in, sa Chultúrlann.  

Laethanta Saoire 2015 - Holidays 2015

Beidh an comharchumann dúnta ar na dátaí a leanas le linn 2015
An comharchumann will be closed on the following dates in 2015

17/03/2015 Lá Fhéile Pádraig  - St. Patrick's Day
03/04/2015 Aoine an Chéasta – Good Friday
06/04/2015      Lá Saoire Bainc – Easter Monday
04/05/2015 Lá Bealtaine  - May Day
01/06/2015 Lá Saoire Bainc - June Bank Holiday
03/08/2015 Lá Saoire Bainc - August Bank Holiday
26/10/2015 Lá Saoire Bainc - October Bank Holiday
24/12/2015 Oíche Nollag – Christmas Eve
25/12/2015 Lá Nollag – Christmas Day
31/12/2015 Lá Caille - New Year's Eve

Crane on Ferry Pier UPDATE Janaury 2015

A number of enquiries have been received regarding the use of the crane on the ferry pier during the bad weather conditions of recent weeks, which has caused landing difficulties for small vessels at the ferry pier.
Information:
To date, 15 individuals have each paid a once off contribution of €100 towards the crane on pier and have use of it free of charge.
Anyone else wishing to make a contribution of €100 for the use of the crane is welcome to do so.
The cost per lift for those wishing to use the crane but who do not wish to pay the one-off fee will be €35.00. All payments received will be payable to Comharchumann Árainn Mhór & will be used to help offset the costs incurred by Comharchumann Arainnmhor. To arrange use of the crane, contact Comharchumann Árainn Mhór.
Sincere thanks to all who have either sponsored or given considerable assistance to ensure that this project has been completed: Philp Stac, Arranmore Fast Ferries, (all transport costs) Brian Cullen formerly of Donegal County Council, Roinn na Gaeltachta, BIM, Houston Groundworks, John Boyle Bán & Cathal Sweeney Smugglers Nite Club, Early's Bar (raffles) and each of the individuals who have made €100 contribution.

Buíochas mór don Roinn Gnóthaí Pobail & Tuaithe - €2307.70
BIM Flag €4983.00
BIM Flag €705.00
15 Local individuals €1500.00
Comharchumann Árainn Mhór €4360.00 + annual insurance.

Consumer rights during sales

Know Your Rights 

January 2015

Question
What are my consumer rights when I buy something in the sales? Can I return sales items?
Answer 
Your consumer rights during a sale are exactly the same as at any other time of the year.
Goods should be of merchantable quality, fit for their intended purpose and as described. If they are not, you are entitled to a repair, replacement or refund. The legislation does not specify whether it is the retailer or the customer who decides which form of redress is offered.
If you have a problem with goods that you bought at full price and are now on sale at a reduced price, you are entitled to a refund of the full price (if the shop is willing to offer a refund).
However, you are not entitled to a refund because you change your mind about something you have bought in a shop, whether this is during the sales or at any other time of the year. Many shops do allow you to exchange goods that you have had second thoughts about, but this is at their discretion. It is a good idea to check the shop's refund policy before buying anything.
If you buy goods at full price but change your mind about them, and they are now on sale at a lower price, you may only be offered the reduced amount (if the shop is willing to offer a refund). You should always keep your receipts as proof of purchase and the price paid.
For more information, visit the website of the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission at consumerhelp.ie.
Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below.
Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungloe Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761075431 Address: Dungloe Public Services Centre, Gweedore Road, Dungloe.
Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.

Preparing for retirement January 2015

Question
I will be retiring from work in 2015 when I reach 65. What do I need to know about pensions and other benefits in retirement?
Answer
When you retire at age 65 you can claim Jobseeker’s Benefit, which is based on your Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI) contributions. If you do not qualify for Jobseeker’s Benefit you can claim Jobseeker’s Allowance, which is a means-tested payment.
At age 66, you may be entitled to the State Pension (Contributory). If you do not have enough PRSI contributions, you can apply for a State Pension (Non-Contributory), which is means-tested. You should apply for State pensions at least three months in advance.
You may have contributed to an occupational pension scheme during your working life or you may have a personal pension arrangement. You need to contact the pension provider to find out exactly what benefits your pension gives you. 
If you move from employment to retirement in the course of the year, you should get a PAYE Balancing Statement (P21) from your local tax office at the end of the year. This will trigger a refund of any overpayment of tax you might have made.
Your Jobseeker’s Benefit or State pension and any occupational pension are taxable. However, the tax exemption limits are much higher for people aged 65 or over and there are some extra tax credits.
At age 66 you will be exempt from paying PRSI. At age 70 you will pay a reduced Universal Social Charge if your annual income is €60,000 or less.
At age 66 you will also be eligible for a Free Travel Pass and may be eligible for the Household Benefits Package, which consists of a free TV licence and an electricity or gas allowance. 
For medical cards and GP Visit Cards, which are means tested, the income limits are higher for people aged 70 and over.
Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below.
Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungloe Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761075431 Address: Dungloe Public Services Centre, Gweedore Road, Dungloe.

Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000. 

Know Your Rights : Pay over Christmas and the New Year December 2014

Question

I work part-time from Monday to Wednesday. This year Christmas falls on a Thursday. Will I get paid for Christmas Day and St Stephen’s Day, even though I don’t work on those days? What about New Year’s Day which falls on the following Thursday?

Answer

Christmas Day, St Stephen’s Day and New Year’s Day are public holidays. Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are not. All workers are entitled either to paid time off or pay for a public holiday. (Your employer can decide whether to give you time off or pay.)
Part-time workers must have worked for the employer for at least 40 hours in the previous five-week period to have a public holiday entitlement.
If you work part-time and the public holiday falls on a day that you usually work you are entitled to a day’s pay or a paid day off for the public holiday. Part-time workers who are not rostered to work on a public holiday are still entitled to be paid or to paid time off for the public holiday. Part-time workers get one-fifth of their normal pay for the week as compensation for the holiday.
If you are required to work on a public holiday you are entitled to be paid at your usual rate and you are also entitled to either an additional day’s pay or a paid day off.
In your case you should receive one-fifth of your normal weekly pay for each of the three public holidays, Christmas Day, St Stephen’s Day and New Year’s Day. So you should get the additional pay or the equivalent amount of time off. Your employer can decide which option to give you.
You can get detailed information on employment rights on the website workplacerelations.ie.
Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below.
Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungloe Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761075430 Address: Dungloe Public Services Centre, Gweedore Road, Dungloe.
Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.

Know Your Rights: Solutions for problem debt November 2014

Question

We borrowed a lot to pay for our children’s college fees and weddings, when we both had good incomes. We now earn less than before and find it very hard to cover our debts. We’re afraid to open letters or answer the phone in case it’s another demand for payment. Is there any help for people like us?
Answer
You are clearly in financial difficulty and struggling with your debts. There are many people in a similar situation.
Three debt solutions have been set up to help people with serious debt problems to sort out their situation and get protection from their creditors. They are the Debt Relief Notice (DRN), Debt Settlement Arrangement (DSA) and Personal Insolvency Arrangement (PIA).
The appropriate solution for you depends on the size of your debts and whether or not you have a mortgage. You apply through an Approved Intermediary for a DRN and through a Personal Insolvency Practitioner for a DSA or PIA. These qualified insolvency professionals are supervised by the Insolvency Service of Ireland (ISI).
When the solution has been put in place, your creditors cannot contact you while you stick to the agreed arrangements. Depending on your situation, some or all of your debt can be written off.
Many Money Advice and Budgeting Services (MABS) companies have been authorised as Approved Intermediaries to help people on low incomes, with debts under €20,000, through the Debt Relief Notice (DRN) process.
For a DSA or PIA, which generally cover larger debts, your creditors must agree to the solution proposed by your Personal Insolvency Practitioner. If they don’t agree, you then have the option of bankruptcy.
You can get further information from MABS on 0761 07 2000 (Monday to Friday, 9 am to 8 pm), from mabs.ie, from the ISI’s helpline 0761 06 4200 (Monday to Friday, 9 am to 6 pm) and from isi.gov.ie. The ISI also has a new website backontrack.ie for people who are struggling with debt.
Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below.
Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungloe Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761075430 Address: Dungloe Citizens Information Centre, Gweedore Road, Dungloe.
Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.

Paying the Local Property Tax

Know Your Rights : Paying the Local Property Tax

October 2014

Question
I paid the Local Property Tax by credit card this time last year. Is it the same amount for 2015 and how do I pay? 
Answer 
Your Local Property Tax (LPT) is based on the valuation of your property on 1 May 2013. However, the rate you pay for 2015 may vary from the 2014 rate, following the introduction of the local adjustment factor. This means that the basic LPT rates can be adjusted up or down by up to15% in different local authority areas. Fourteen local authorities have reduced 2015 LPT rates in their areas by up to 15%. You can use Revenue's online calculator to check how much LPT is payable in different local authority areas.
As you paid your LPT for 2014 in one lump sum, you will get a letter from Revenue (or an email if you are a ROS customer) telling you whether your local authority changed the rate for 2015 and confirming the amount of LPT due. If you own more than one property, the letter will confirm the total amount due for all your properties. It will include your Property ID and PIN. 
When you get this letter you must confirm how you want to pay your 2015 LPT to Revenue. You can choose to continue to pay your LPT in the way you paid it in 2014 or you can change your payment method. You will recall from last year that, if you pay by credit card, the deduction will be made on the day that the transaction is completed online.
You must contact Revenue by 25 November 2014 if you want to switch to a phased payment method or by 7 January 2015 if you want to pay in full in one lump sum. The easiest way to do this is to use the LPT online system. If you need help with the online system you can call the LPT helpline on 1890 200 255.
People who didn’t pay their 2014 LPT in a lump sum do not get a letter from Revenue and they do not need to do anything unless they want to change their payment method. Revenue will apply any rate reductions automatically.  You can get more information from Revenue.
Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below.
Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungloe Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761075431 Address: Dungloe Public Services Centre, Gweedore Road, Dungloe.
Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.