Clare’s SVP President says people both in and out of work in this county are ‘at the pin of their collar’ when it comes to dealing with the cost of living. The Government will give the first official glimpse at the upcoming cost of living budget today with the publication of the Summer Economic Statement. […]
The President of the Clare branch of SVP says people in this county who’ve never availed of charity are now seeking help and support. It comes amid continued debate surrounding the rising cost of living, with both the Taoiseach and the Tanaiste indicating no mini-budget will be announced before October. It’s understood a substantial welfare […]
Clare has seen a larger increase in the number of people turning to SVP for help with the rising cost of living than the national average so far this year. The charity’s branch in this county is reporting a 24 percent rise in calls for help here in the past six months, compared to 20 […]
The Clare branch President of St Vincent DePaul is calling for additional support to be provided for low income households and renters to help them move away from using solid fuels. It follows confirmation from the Green Party leader that the move to ban the sale of turf would no longer apply to rural communities […]
The Clare branch president of St Vincent De Paul says any measures that can help people manage the “perfect storm” of energy costs and inflation is welcome. The cabinet has signed off on on a number of measures aimed at reducing fuel bills, including a cut to the VAT charged on electricity and gas down […]