Local authorities assess applications for social housing based on housing need. Approved applicants are placed on the housing list which is reviewed each year.
Local authorities provide information and advice about local authority mortgages such as repayments, interest charges, account statements and insurance.
Local authorities, together with other stakeholders, may run an affordable music education programme for children and young people including participation in choirs and ensembles, as part of the national Music Generation initiative.
Local authorities respond to requests from councillors and Oireachtas members on behalf of members of the public about local authority services they want to access or which may affect them.
Local authorities work with their service users to understand their needs, redesign services and develop ways to improve access to and deliver better local authority services.
Local authorities, together with other stakeholders, may run events and activities in theatre, music and film to encourage children and young people to take part in the arts.