Disability Cuts

The Government’s decision in the budget to slash income supports for young people with disabilities is direct attack on equality.

People with disabilities have many obstacles to overcome on a daily basis. Entering the jobs market is no different. There are many types of disabilities, therefore the duties that define a job description, are not accessible to all.

People with disabilities living in rural areas have no access to public transport.

During these harsh economic times it is more difficult for people with disabilities to find suitable employment.

There is a loss of independence due to these cuts. This error of judgement should be withdrawn immediately.

16 and 17 year olds will no longer be able to claim Disability Allowance

The  rates of payment for new claimants aged 18 to 21 are being cut from €188 to €100 a week .

The rate for new claimants aged 22 to 24  is being cut from €188 to  €144  a week.

tomkillarney@yahoo.ie 087 2942260

Hawthorn Avenue: Flooding

That this council alleviate the severe pounding in Hawthorn Avenue which happens on a regular basis.

Reply: Flooding at the entrance to Hawthorn Avenue occurs during periods of heavy rainfall. The gullies at the entrance drain to soak pits which become saturated over the winter months. These gullies need to be piped across the Ballycasheen road to the Flesk River. The estimated cost of this work is €30,000. There is no funding at present for this work.

As the flooding causes difficulties for all the residents of the Estate, Cllr Tom Doherty has requested that this project be made a priority for the 2012 works programme. 

tomkillarney@yahoo.ie 087 2942260

Countess Grove: footpaths

That this council repair the footpath at the entrance to Countess Grove.

tomkillarney@yahoo.ie 087 2942260

Killarney Town Council has erected signs at disabled parking bays stating the cost of the fine for parking illegally.


tomkillarney@yahoo.ie 087 2942260