Clare County Council is being called upon to waive waste collection fees for vulnerable groups in society.
The scheme is currently in place over the border in Limerick and allows pensioners and members of the disabled community to avail of free refuse collection services.
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According to the AA, the average price a household will dish out for kerb-side rubbish removal each year is €298.
Mountshannon Fianna Fáil local election candidate Rachel Hartigan says the move would enable people struggling financially to live with dignity.
You can listen to the full interview below.

