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Kerry Public Participation Network is the best way your group or community can become involved in shaping the future of Co Kerry. Membership of the PPN provides opportunities for better representation, networking, information sharing and input into policy development Read more
Registration is easy. Simply click here and complete the Registration Form. There is no charge. Registered groups receive regular updates, information on funding opportunities and also benefit from the group insurance scheme.
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Christmas 2019 Seasonal Awareness
The NCSC would like to remind everyone that the Christmas period is a particularly opportune time for criminals to take advantage of unsuspecting online shoppers.
Email is a common attack vector for such crimes with over 90% of cyber attacks beginning with an email. In addition to the regular email phishing; phones are also targeted through SMS phishing (smishing) and through malicious links embedded in popular messaging & social media apps. Another attack method used by cyber criminals is fake refund or shipment tracking sites that attempt to harvest credentials (username/passwords/credit card details etc.) from unsuspecting members of the public.
The success of these tactics are based on the increased likelihood of using an online platform to purchase goods over the festive period, coupled with the increased urgency people feel to track their purchased goods in order for them to arrive in time for Christmas. This can lead to some people being less vigilant about clicking links and visiting sites than they might otherwise be throughout the rest of the year.
Christmas messages from untrusted sources that ask a user to click a link or play a video/audio file etc. should not be clicked. Even if the source is trusted, extreme caution should be exercised as the source itself may have been compromised or spoofed. Be particularly vigilant around New Year and Christmas Eve when the volume of messages, both legitimate and malicious, increase greatly.
Here is some general advice around staying secure online below:
campaigns that aim to capitalise on shoppers looking for deals
It should be noted that even the most advanced threat actors use these methods, particularly at this time of year, to gain unauthorised access to networks, or at the very least steal users’ credentials. If you suspect that your details may have been compromised, contact your bank and please report the crime to your local Garda station.
The NCSC would like to take this opportunity to wish all of our constitiuents a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year.
National Cyber Security Centre,
Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment, 29-31 Adelaide Road, Dublin 2.
(01) 6782333 • info@ncsc.gov.ie • https://www.ncsc.gov.ie
Read MoreThe following have been nominated from the C&V Pillar to represent the Kerry PPN on the Economic Development, Enterprise and Community Strategic Policy Committee (one Seat)
This shows their name and their main organisation, who nominated them and a shortened Bio as submitted by them
Anluan Dunne ; Kerry PPN Secretariat representing the Community & Voluntary Pillar,
Nominated by and a member of Kerry Cycling Campaign
Areas of particular interest are sustainable transport, pedestrian/cycling infrastructure and sustainable Communities
John O’Sullivan ; Kerry PPN Secretariat representing the Listowel M.D. Area
Nominated by and a member of Killocrim/Finuge Fishing Club
Particular areas of interest protecting the landscape and environment of the entire county and the long term strategic planning Kerry County
Michael O’Mahony ; Rathmore Community
Nominated by and a member of Rathmore Community Council
Is a Peace Commissioner . PRO of the East Kerry GAA Board and involved in the Community in Rathmore
Eugene Finn ; Camp Community Council
Nominated by and Chairman of Camp Community Council Ltd,.
Recognises the importance of linking in to services and providing supports for the wider community and feels membership of the SPC will support this
Tadhg O’Donoghue ; Kilgarven GAA Club
Nominated by and a member of Kilgarven GAA Club
He has been a member of the Tourism Culture Arts and Recreation SPC for the past five years.
Tony O’Hanlon ; Asdee Active Retirement Group
Nominated by and a member of the Asdee Active Retirement Group.
Has spent 16 years working in the Developing World and has a strong background in supporting and empowering communities and is a strong advocate for social justice.
The following have been nominated from the C&V Pillar to represent the Kerry PPN on the Culture Heritage & Gaeltacht Strategic Policy Committee (one Seat)
Declan Evans nominated by and a member of K-FEST Arts Festival
Also a member of Biddy’s Day, Killorglin Drama Group and Killorglin Archive Group. Very active community member with strong interests in Culture and Heritage .
Michael O’Mahony and Tadhg O’Donoghue are also nominated for this SPC their details are above
A VOTING FORM FOR EACH SPC ELECTION WILL BE E MAILED TO THE REGISTERED CONTACT OF ALL COMMUNITY & VOLUNTARY GROUPS ON MONDAY 2ND DECEMBER 2019.
EACH GROUP HAS ONE VOTE FOR EACH SPC SHOULD THEY WISH TO USE IT.
THE COMPLETED VOTING FORM MUST BE EMAILED BACK TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS SHOWN BY 5PM ON FRIDAY 7TH DECEMBER 2019 OR IF POSTED TO ARRIVE AT THE ADDRESS SHOWN BY MONDAY 8TH DECEMBER 2019.
THE COUNT WILL TAKE PLACE ON TUESDAY 9TH DECEMBER 2019.
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The Road Safety Authority have issued a simple checklist on how to prepare for Winter Driving and I would ask everyone to just take a few moments to read the tips below and be prepared.
TOP 10 TIPS FOR WINTER DRIVING
Taking a number of simple precautions can ensure safety on Irish roads during winter. Don’t get caught out if severe weather hits, make the necessary checks on your vehicle now. There are a number of simple precautions the RSA advises for driving over the winter months:
If you want more information, check out the RSA’s website for more detailed advice on what to do if severe weather strikes.
To Kerry PPN Registered Groups:
The 2020 Community Support Fund was launched today by the Mayor of Kerry County Council, Cllr Niall Kelleher, and the Chief Executive of Kerry County Council, Moira Murrell.
The Council has now issued a call for funding for the 2020 Community Support Fund.
The fund, which is now in its sixth year, has supported over 1,500 projects since 2015.
For 2020, the fund will target funding under five categories of support:
Growing and Sustaining Communities
Community Tidy Towns Initiatives and Amenity Projects
Community Sport and Physical Activity Programmes
Community Economic Innovation
Community Based Tourism, Festivals and Events
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday, 20 January 2020 and application forms may be downloaded from the council’s website www.kerrycoco.ie (located on the home page under ‘Schemes/Funds’ tab). Please note you may need to refresh your screen (by pressing F5) to see new information on the website.
Further information is available from Kerry County Council’s Community Department at 066 7183680.
Kind regards,
Caroline
kerrycoco.ie | Kerry County Council
www.kerrycoco.ie
