Cork Mabs urges those struggling financially to seek help
Cork Mabs are encouraging people who are struggling financially around the Christmas period to seek help. It comes after a prediction by Retail Ireland that the retail sector will enjoy it's best Christmas in five years. People are also being advised to educate themselves on the financial assistance they're entitled to, in particular those who are self-employed. The Money Advice and Budgeting Service have partnered with CAVA and are offering accountancy services to those who need help to coordintae with the department of social welfare. AUDIO: Speaking on the Neil Prendeville Show Margaret O'Neill says there's a misconception about what those who are self employed are entitled to: Click the PLAY button above to hear.
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