Kenny raises query about Public Service Card applications
A Sligo/Leitrim TD is calling for the Public Services Card service in local Intreo offices to be reopened as soon as possible. Sinn Fein Deputy Martin Kenny says he has been contacted by people who needed Public Services Card to apply for a free travel pass. He said these people…
Not everyone has concerns about data on new Public Services Card
There is mixed reaction on the streets of Sligo to a Public Services Card now needed to access a growing number of social services. This week, the Data Protection Commissioner added her voice on this controversial issue stating that while it’s a legitimate move to introduce such a card, the…
Age Action: Pensioners should not be penalised for not having a PS card
Age Action says it’s concerned at comments from Minister Regina Doherty that a Public Services Card is now mandatory to receive payments from the Department of Employment and Social Protection. Justin Moran, of Age Action, says he would be very worried if this new requirement leads to more older people…