Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)

Persons will have a full three months from the liability date to pay the household charge.

Significant efforts will be made to ensure that property owners are aware of the household charge and the liability and payment dates. My Department and local authorities will undertake a national information campaign to advise people of the charge and their responsibilities in regard to payment. A similar and successful advertising and information campaign was undertaken in the context of the NPPR charge in 2009. I am confident that those liable to the charge will be aware of their obligation to discharge their liability for the charge by 31 March 2012 and, thereby, avoid late payment fees or late payment interest.

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