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Revised Traffic Restrictions M8 Co.Tipperary for visit of HM Queen Elizabeth II

Traffic Management for the event is under the control of An Garda Siochana.
For official Garda updates visit http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=7380&Lang=1

Our current understanding of arrangements is as follows.
Roads will be closed from 6pm on Thurs 19th of May until approximately 3pm on Fri 20^th May.

The outer cordon will apply with minor modifications west of Cashel, list of locations below. This outer cordon describes the area around which long distance traffic will have to divert.

There will be an inner cordon around Cashel up to which access will be generally available without restrictions. This inner cordon is also described below. Local access will also be provided within this inner cordon for persons with business or residential needs in the Cashel area.

There will be continued access to Cashel through the Cashel Clonmel Road (Junction 8 on the motorway) and through the Cashel Cahir Road (Junction 9 on the motorway).

All National Roads will remain open.

Inner Cordon Around Cashel (General Local Access)
Rosegreen
Lalor's Lot
Racecourse Cross
Templenoe
Golden
Mac's Cross
Gould's Cross
Ardmayle
Boherlahan
Ballykelly
Dualla
Mocklershill

Outer Cordon (diversions for long distance travel)
Clonmel
Rathkeevan
NewInn
Golden
Gould's Cross
Boherlahan
Ballinure
Killenaule
Drangan
Cloneen
Kiltinan
Seskin

A more detailed breakdown on arrangements at the inner cordon is provided below.

Traffic restrictions into Cashel between 6:00 pm Thursday 19^th May, and 2:00 pm Friday 20^th May 2011.

LS 5311 Will be blocked at Cloghleigh between Templenoe and Golden

LS 5301 Will be blocked at Ballygriffen between Golden and Mac's Cross

LP 1306 Will be blocked at Faheen Cross Road between Mac's Cross and Gould's Cross

 LP 1305 Will be blocked at Ballymore Cross Road between Mac's Cross and Gould's Cross

LS 5409 Will be blocked at Fussough between Ballykelly and Dualla

LS 5410 Will be blocked at Monameagh between Mocklershill and Rosegreen

Revised Payment Policy 1st July 2011

Policy to all our suppliers and potential suppliers in relation to payment of invoices

Background

The Government has decided to reduce the payment period by Cashel Town Council from 30 to 15 calendar days.  This commitment takes effect in relation to valid invoices received on or after 1st July 2011.  Any payments made after 30 days will continue to incur late payment interest.

In line with these commitments, this document sets out Cashel Town Council’s policy in relation to the payment of invoices to its suppliers and potential suppliers.  

Cashel Town Council Commitment:

Cashel Town Council is committed to:

• Paying our suppliers within a timeframe of 15 days.  The 15 day period will commence from the day on which Cashel Town Council receives a valid invoice at its designated address.
• Monitoring our payment system regularly to ensure that payments are processed in a timely manner.
• Ensuring that we have a system in place to deal with disputes or queries efficiently.  All efforts will be made to deal with disputes within 10 days.
• Fostering good relationships with our suppliers and providing contact details for dealing with staff.
• Giving clear guidance to suppliers on their role in ensuring timely payment of invoices.

What is a valid invoice?

Cashel Town Council can only pay original valid invoices received from a supplier.  We cannot pay on the basis of statements, copy invoices, altered invoices, invoices not addressed to Cashel Town Council.  Cashel Town Council can only pay invoices once the goods and/or services have been received.  

Role of our Suppliers

Please ensure the following details are provided in all contacts with Cashel Town Council

1. The name of the business or company you represent;
2. Relevant invoice number;
3. Purchase Order number;
4. The date of the invoice;
5. The amount of the invoice;
6. The invoice address; and
7. A description of the goods or service provided.

How we will deal with disputed invoices or seek clarification?

If Cashel Town Council receives an invoice where there is a dispute or an issue to be clarified concerning the amount or detail on the invoice, we will contact the supplier immediately setting out the following details:

• The date and the invoice number that the dispute is related to;
• The amount in dispute;
• The nature and reason for the dispute;
• Any supporting documentation available.

Complaints
If, as a supplier to Cashel Town Council, you are not happy with the quality of the service you have received, or wish to complain about a late payment received, you should contact us directly.  We welcome all feedback and will deal with your complaints/queries/suggestions in a timely and confidential manner.  The steps to follow are set out below:
Step 1: Make direct contact (in writing/by telephone/e-mail) with the person with whom you have been dealing in Cashel Town Council and outline in as much detail as possible the nature of your complaint.
Step 2:      If you are not satisfied with the response received from the above, you should contact:
    M. McGivern
    Town Clerk
    Cashel Town Council
    Aras Chaiseal Mumhan
    Friar Street
    Cashel
    Co. Tipperary
    
    Tel: 062-64700
    Fax: 062-64797
    E-Mail: tclerk@casheltc.ie
Step 3:    If, after you have been through the Department’s procedures and you are still not satisfied with our response, you can contact the Office of the Ombudsman.  By law, the Ombudsman can investigate complaints about any of our administrative actions or procedures as well as delays or inaction in our dealings with you.  The Ombudsman provides a free, impartial and independent dispute resolution service.
Contact details are as follows
Office of the Ombudsman,
18 Lower Leeson Street,
Dublin 2

Lo-call 1890 22 30 30
Tel: 01 639 5600  
Fax: 01 639 5674
E-Mail: ombudsman@ombudsman.gov.ie
Website: http://www.ombudsman.ie/


The Department hopes that this policy will expedite our payments to you. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.

Litter Management Plan 2011-2013

South Tipperary County Council has adopted a new Litter Management Plan which outlines how the Council will tackle the problem of littering and illegal dumping in South Tipperary from 2011 until 2013. You can download the new Litter Management Plan here. ( 790 kbs) Litter Management Plan 2011-2013

Freeze Emergency- Immediate Action Against Frost

Temperatures can easily dip below freezing during the spring months and frozen pipes can be the result. If your pipes are frozen, it's important that you attempt to thaw them out for two reasons: you almost certainly need the water and you should be at home when the pipe thaws, in case it has ruptured. Here's a guide on what to do now to prevent frozen pipes and what to do if you suspect your pipes have frozen.

Visit the Allianz Weather Safe Website for more information

New Rates for Tipperary Libraries

From May 3rd, 2011 the library membership will be reduced.
Students (Post Secondary Level): €1.50
Social Welfare: €1.50

Change to Internet Charges
Children and Teens (School Age): Free
Everyone Else: €1.00 per session

Contact Details

Cashel Civic Offices
Address: Friar Street Cashel Co. Tipperary
Tel: 062 64700
Fax: 062 64797
Email: tclerk@casheltc.ie
Web Address: www.casheltc.ie
Opening Hours: 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday