That's the highest rate in the country according to the CSO.
Half of former prisoners in the midlands re-offended within a year of being released in 2021.
New figures from the CSO show that's the highest rate in the country.
Offences with the highest rate of re-occurence include burglary at over 60%, public order at 58% or robbery at 57%.
The latest report also shows those under-21 are more likely to re-offend within three years, at a rate of more than 80%.
Mullingar Fire Safety Company Creating 10 New Jobs With Latest Investment
They specialise in all aspects of fire safety systems.
Portlaoise Hospital Reporting As Very Busy
People are being encouraged to consider other possible options.
Post Christmas Snow On New Year's Day Is A Possibility
Stormy weather is on the way according to Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather.
Over €3M Rate Payments Went To Offaly County Council In 2024
The 'County Colours' website launched by Wind Energy Ireland revealed the statistics.
Gardaí Seek Public's Assistance In Finding Missing Westmeath Woman
Mirjana Pap was last seen in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Cllr. Caroline Dwane Stanley Quits Sinn Fein With Immediate Effect
The now independent councillor's decision leaves the party without representation in Laois/
Over 200 People On Trolleys Today
Nine of those are in hospitals in the midlands.
"You Pursued What You Loved" - David Bracken Remembered At His Funeral
The Offaly man passed away following a crash on Sunday.
Portlaoise Hospital Implementing Visiting Restrictions Effective Immediately
A high number of people are presenting with respiratory illnesses.
97 New Homes Could Be Coming To Laois
Plans have been submitted for a mix of two, three and four bed homes.
Mental Health Charity Offering Support Groups To People Struggling At The Holidays
The organisation is open 365 days of the year.
People Urged To Know Their Healthcare Options This Festive Period
Injury units and pharmacies can be considered depending on the situation.
Funeral Of Offaly Man Who Died Following A Crash Taking Place Today
The collision happened at the weekend.
Midlands GOAL Mile Events Raising Money For Communities In Africa And The Middle East
There's GOAL fundraisers are taking place in Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath.
Fundraiser For Victim Of Alleged Westmeath Assault Nears Target
The fundraiser has been set up to support a refugee from Gaza and his family.
Laois Farm Support Group Wish For Safe Farming Christmas
The Department of Agriculture is joining the call for a safe and happy Christmas on Irish farms.
Midlands MEP Makes Move To Protect Cash In Europe
Ciaran Mullooly wants the EU to legislate to ensure the future of cash across the bloc.
A Westmeath Teen Has Been Found Safe And Well
He had been reported missing since Friday the 20th of December.
Offaly Man Who Died In Offaly Crash Laid To Rest On Friday
David Bracken comes from a well known family in the Ballycumber area.
144 Waiting On Trolleys Nationwide On Christmas Eve
There's just four patients waiting on a bed across the midlands today.
