continue to work with the LTACC and the various advocacy groups to improve accommodation needs for Traveller Families.
greater participation in the management of their accommodation.
Traveller tenants will be encouraged to appoint a representative / delegate which would involve liaison and consultation with the local authority on accommodation management issues. Horses The Council acknowledges the importance of horse ownership for members of the Traveller community. This needs to be balanced against requirements for public safety in a urban context and ensuring that stray horses are not left in public
The established partnership between the Traveller Accommodation Unit and the Traveller community will continue to work towards appropriately addressing their accommodation needs. The Traveller Accommodation Unit will liaise with the Traveller community and the general public through awareness information and consultation exercises. The Council is committed to promoting Traveller tenant participation in estate management across all housing developments and halting sites.
areas. It is the intention of the Council to collaborate with relevant the Community Directorate and agencies with the aim of
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developing a solution that would benefit members of the Traveller community and would also provide the necessary reassurances to the public at large that horses will be cared for in a controlled environment.
The TAU is responsible for the delivery of services to the Traveller specific accommodation in Cork City and provides the following:
In Objective 3.22 of the CDP Cork City Council undertakes to support the development of a Traveller Horse Project in Cork City.
Support and advice to assist tenants and applicants with the housing application process,
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Traveller Specific Support Requirements Significant challenges can face Travellers moving from halting sites to houses in Group Housing Schemes, with these challenges potentially being amplified if the move is into standard housing. Inexperience of the day-to-day requirements and responsibilities associated with living in a house or in a settled neighbourhood can cause difficulties between the new residents and the existing community. The role of the Traveller support staff is critical in supporting this transition. Pre-tenancy training classes should be arranged to familiarise Traveller families with any potential issues that may arise and how to overcome them. Continued tenancy support where appropriate and in transitional housing initiatives. Traveller advocacy group representation on local residents ’ association will be encouraged in these cases.
Caretaker service for Traveller specific accommodation,
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Traveller Specific Accommodation refurbishments and upgrades,
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Halting Site management,
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Co-ordination with relevant departments on capital developments.
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Estate Management The TAU engage with Traveller families on a daily basis. Should problems arise the TAU may be required to have regular direct contact and visits with Traveller families. This contact should be used as an opportunity to build relationships and confidence in the local authority. During these visits a fair, friendly, direct and clear approach should be adopted. Gradually local authorities should move away from this approach and Traveller families should be encouraged to have
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