Services

Local authorities may prepare statements on village design.

Local authorities publish guides in Irish, English and some European languages to explain how the Irish voting system works and how the public can to exercise their right to vote.

Local authorities may run a programme of works and events to protect and preserve historic walled towns.

The National Waste Collection Office in Offaly County Council issues waste collection permits to approved collectors or transporters of waste.

You must pay a fee if you dispose of domestic or commercial waste in a local authority landfill or civic amenity site.

Local authorities regulate the disposal, recovery and recycling of consumer electrical goods, electrical appliances and batteries.

Retailers of electrical, electronic equipment and batteries must apply to the local authority for a WEEE certificate.

The National Waste Collection Permit Office in Offaly County Council maintains a public register of all waste facility permits and certificates granted, reviewed, revoked and expired across all local authorities.

Local authorities regulate the proper disposal of waste tyres.

Local authorities may investigate complaints about water pollution.