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You must apply to a local authority for a licence if you want to erect permanent or temporary advertising signs and structures about your business on public roads.

Local authorities publish budgets outlining their spending priorities and commitments for each service area during the year.

Local authorities publish their financial results and financial position at the end of each year.

Local authorities, together with European partners, may run a programme to increase fire safety awareness among second level pupils.

Local authorities maintain a public register of building control activities such as Commencement Notices, 7-Day Notices, Certificates of Compliance on Completion, Disability Access Certificates and Fire Safety Certificates.

Local authorities regulate the design and construction of new buildings, altered buildings and buildings undergoing a change of use to ensure they comply with fire safety, accessibility, proper planning and building regulations.

You must apply for licence to the local authority if you are a casual trader and you want to sell goods in a public place or designated trading area.

Civil Defence may provide information and advice on how to become a Civil Defence volunteer, the duties of volunteers and the training needed.

Local authorities provide information and advice to business owners about the commercial rates they must pay, account balances, rate exemptions and transfers.

Occupiers of rateable commercial properties such as shops, offices, factories, warehouses, hotels and licensed premises must pay commercial rates on their property to the local authority.