The Finance Minister has announced extra gardaí and civilian staff will be hired next year.
The devil will be in the detail of the government's planned garda recruitment drive, according to the group representing frontline members.
The Finance Minister announced an additional 800 Gardaí and 400 civilian staff will be hired in 2022.
Garda Representative Association rep in Westmeath Conor Staunton says it's important the right people are selected for administrative roles:
Midlands Finance Expert Encourages Young People To Tackle Budgeting
47% of 18 to 24 year olds depend on their families to help make ends meet, according to Royal London Ireland.
Mock WRC Hearing To Address Workplace Disputes In Westmeath
The event takes place in Athlone.
Irish Rural Link CEO Calls For Major Boost In Rural Transport And Community Investment
Irish Rural Link have set out priorities for the Budget.
Offaly TD Calls For Consistent EU Support On Just Transition
Wopke Hoekstra is answering questions in Leinster House this week.
Over 1,400 Electric Cars Registered Across Midlands
Laois and Offaly saw the biggest year on year increase.
Tributes Paid For Offaly Father And Daughter At Funeral
The community of Banagher gathered to remember Mihai and Denisa Mihaela Chinez this morning.
30 Sports Clubs Awarded €60k In SPAR Community Funding
Three midlands clubs are part of the funding scheme.
Midlands TD Warns Of Consequences For Irish Football If FAI Faces UEFA Sanctions
The FAI appeared before an Oireachtas Committee yesterday.
