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%.
Over 70 New Homes Proposed For Westmeath
A decision is due on the development in November.
Government Remain Silent On Date Of General Election
Budget 2025 has led to further speculation about when the next Election will be held.
Major Investments For Two Midlands Emergency Departments
The hospitals will see their EDs expanded.
15 Ukrainians To Be Relocated Outside Laois
They had been staying in Mountmellick and Durrow.
Niall Horan Could Catch Up With Former 1D Bandmate At His Concert Tonight
Liam Payne says they have "a lot" to talk about.
Counselling Service For Adolescent Victims Of Sexual Violence Open In Westmeath
Athlone Midland Rape Crisis Centre is providing the newly dedicated service.
Power Restored To Over 1,600 Laois Homes And Businesses
They had been without power for a number of hours.
Irish Soldiers In Lebanon "Safe Where They Are" - Former Army Ranger
There have been calls to withdraw Irish troops from the region, due to escalating conflict.
Motorist In Laois Arrested After Being Caught Without License Or Insurance
The driver provided Gardaí with false details.
Defence Forces Staffing Issues "Worse Than Ever" - RACO
A new directive was approved in February, but agreed time-off and providing family reunion flights is still to be introduced.
Enterprise Minister Rejects Claims He Failed The Hospitality Sector
The Government will be maintaining the 13.5% VAT rate for the sector.
Juvenile Questioned In Connection With Alleged Offaly Assault
The alleged assault occurred on Saturday.
People Need To Be Wary Of New Whatsapp Scam - Laois SPCA
The scammers are using Laois SPCA's logo as their profile picture on WhatsApp.
Over 1/4 Drop In Demand For EV's In Midlands
180 less vehicles have been registered so far this year.
Westmeath Man Charged With Alleged Longford Arson Drops Legal Representation
Guo Zhong Chen is charged with the alleged arson on July 28th.
Budget 2025 A "Missed Opportunity" - Midlands TD
Laois Offaly Deputy Carol Nolan noted many blind spots from the Government.
Kildare Man Found Safe And Well
He was reported missing since Sunday.
Budget 2025: Business Measures Can Attract High Growth Start-Ups To Ireland
Start-up relief for entrepreneurs has been extended by two years.
Westmeath Tik Tok Star Excited For New Music
He is involved in a remix that currently has millions of streams on Spotify.
Budget 2025: National Childcare Scheme To See Budget Increase By Over 40%
Full-time childcare costs will be reduced by more than €1,000 per year.
