Council Covid-19 public guidelines

LOUTH County Council are calling on the public not to go into its offices during the current Covid19 restrictions, but to use telephone and online services instead.

Cathaoirleach, Cllr Liam Reilly said that during the current public health emergency and the coronavirus pandemic, Louth County Council is asking members of the public to engage with its staff by telephone and/or email in the first instance.

‘You will be aware from recent government announcements that our country is facing some challenging times. It has been incredible to see our nation pull together to ensure we slow the progression of the Covid-19 pandemic.

‘As a Council, Louth County Council has taken measures to ensure essential services for the people of Louth are maintained while adhering to our governments call for assistance. These services include: Water services – fresh clean drinking water, homeless services, fire services,’ said Cllr. Reilly.

‘While all other services will continue as appropriate, face-to-face interactions with the public are being minimised on HSE advice.’

‘ The Council’s Executive are working with all major agencies to ensure every resource are made available. For those seeking assistance from the Council please continue to contact us via 1890 202303 and social media.

‘On behalf of Louth County Council can I thank our front line staff who continue to serve in our county and country’s interest during these challenging times. Please follow HSE guidelines www.hse.ie and stay safe.’

‘Louth County Council are requesting that where possible members of the public use our online services to interact with council services.

‘Where a meeting with a staff member is required, we are asking you to make contact by telephone in advance to arrange an appointment.

‘Louth County Council Customer Services can be contacted at any of the following phone numbers: 1890 202 303 LoCall, or any of the following standard telephone numbers: 041 6858191 / 041 9876100 / 042 9332276 / 0429335457

All motor taxation facilities can be done on-line at www. motortax.ie.

‘Housing applicants who have queries regarding their HAP payments are encouraged to contact the local authority by phone, email or post to avoid having to come into their offices on 041 98761437. Email: hap@louthcoco.ie, or Louth County Council, Civic Centre, Fair Street, Drogheda, County Louth, A92 P440.’

Louth County Council offices will continue to receive payments online at www. louthcoco.ie.

Other contact details and information about council services are available on the council’s website, www.louthcoco.ie and the main contact number for Louth County Council is 1890 202 303

Louth County Council facilities which are closed to the public include: All library branches, High Lanes gallery, all playgrounds, Aura Leisure Facilities

Please view the HSE website for further COVID-19 Information - https://www2.hse. ie/coronavirus/