In response to the recent Government announcement on the relaxation of restrictions, Cork County Council has announced changes to some of its services, which take effect from 1st December 2020.
Cork County Council’s public Motor Tax Office at Model Business Park, Model Farm Road, Cork will re-open to the public on Tuesday, 1st December 2020 from 9.15am to 1.00pm. It is anticipated that there may be increased levels of demand at Public Counters on reopening, in order to avoid having to queue for long periods, members of the public are reminded that you can also tax your vehicle online in most cases at www.motortax.ie or have your application processed by posting it to Postal Department, Motor Tax Office, Model Business Park, Model Farm Road, Cork. The Motor Tax office can also be reached at 021-4544566.
Cork County Council branch libraries will re-open. While members of the public will be able to visit their local library to browse, it should be noted however, that there will be no seating or events. Online services will continue to be maintained, and library members may avail of a “contact and collect” service. The Council’s innovative housebound book delivery service will continue to be available but will be limited to priority cases only, e.g. vulnerable persons and those with specific medical needs.
The Council directly manages and operates a range of museums and heritage facilities. These include Michael Collins House, Skibbereen Heritage Centre, and St. Mary’s Collegiate Church in Youghal, all of which will re-open. Youghal Clock Gate would normally be closed for the winter months, but the public may be interested to note that this facility will re-open on request.
The Council directly operates swimming pools in Dunmanway, Fermoy and Mallow. These facilities will re-open for individual training use only.
Public toilets, playgrounds and Multi-Use Games Areas (MUGAs) will remain open as they have done throughout Level 5. Importantly, the Council has decided that where beach toilets are in place, these will continue to remain open having regard to the increase in outdoor recreational activity and visits to the county’s beaches. This decision also recognizes the forthcoming relaxation of travel restrictions over the Christmas period, and the fact that people may wish to get out and about to enjoy some fresh sea air over the festive period.
In the interests of safeguarding public health, the Council recommends that people would wear face coverings in busy or crowded outdoor areas, including but not limited to busy streets, parks, playgrounds, and other outdoor settings, including market events.
General information Cork County Council services can be found by visiting www.corkcoco.ie or visit www.YourCouncil.ie to access online services. A full list of contact details can be found online at www.corkcoco.ie.
In addition to Cork County Council’s regular service offerings, the Covid-19 Community Support Programme will continue to be available. The FREE Helpline can be contacted on 1800 805 819, from 9am to 5pm, seven days a week. Those calling from outside of Ireland seeking assistance for a relative or friend in Cork County should call +353 21 4285517. The service is also contactable by email at [email protected] or by text to (085) 8709010.
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