TDs will vote on the Bill tonight.
The Enterprise Minister says it's critical the Planning Bill gets Dáil backing.
TDs will vote tonight on the new law that will overhaul the planning system.
The aim is to reduce delays in housing and strategic infrastructure projects.
There has been criticism of different aspects of the legislation.
However, Longford Westmeath TD, Minister Peter Burke insists it needs to pass the Dáil:
Midlands Won't See Rain For 7 Days - Carlow Weather
However winds will be still blustering through the region.
Grade Inflation Set To Benefit Students Who Deferred College Place In 2024
Inflation as recently as last year was as high as 7%.
Bord Na Móna Recycling Workers Not Happy With Treatment
Worked voted in favour of a strike.
Offaly Pharmacist To Swap Counter For Arctic Circle Challenge
Lusmagh's Lisa Byrne is joining a team of 14 women to tackle the Arctic Circle in aid of the Irish Heart Foundation.
Midlands Agri Shows Secure €65k In 2025 Funding
Seven shows across Laois, Offaly and Westmeath are in line for State support.
Portlaoise Parents For Safer Streets Campaigning For Road Safety
This comes following the tragic deaths of two children on roads in the area.
Offaly's First Garden Sharing Programme Is Launching In Birr
The project leaders believe it will bring a sense of 'serendipity' to the town.
LOETB Win Two Awards at AONTAS Star Awards
Transformative Journey for Traveller Women and Beyond the Barriers have gained recognition.
Westmeath Cafe Close Following Fire
Gardaí say their enquiries are ongoing into the fire at Athlone's Poppy Fields Cafe.
24 New Acts Added To Forest Fest Lineup
It's the fourth artist reveal to take place before the festival this July.
Midlands SIPTU Workers Vote For Bord Na Mona Strike Action
Bord na Móna Recycling workers have voted overwhelmingly for to take industrial action.
Western Countries Unlikely To Intervene In Syria- Westmeath Defence Analyst
Mullingar's Declan Power thinks Western countries have their hands full with other conflicts.
Midlands 103 Presenter In Line For Special Award
Ann Marie Kelly is being recognised for her outstanding support for Irish music.
Smoke-Free Areas A Focus for Westmeath County Council
'Not Around Us' is a joint effort by the council along with Healthy Ireland.
Westmeath County Council To Partner With GAA and Gardaí For Road Safety Campaign
Frank Mescall, Westmeath GAA Chair, believes supporters and players can play a key role in road safety.
Westmeath Student Part Of This Year's Winning BT Young Scientist Bootcamp Group
TY Student at Athlone Community College Toomas Donohoe was part of this years winning group.
Laois Animal Shelter Put Out Urgent Appeal To Foster Two Pups
LSPCA are looking for fosters for two Lurcher pups.
Kilnacourt Fire Fundraiser Taking Place Tonight
Two members of the Sobczak family suffered injuries from the Kilnacourt Woods fire in late February.
Laois Occupational Therapists Working Abroad Need Incentive To Return - Brian Stanley
The Independent TD says the county is currently without anyone in these positions.
Judge Doubles Fine Rate For Enoch Burke
The Attorney General has been given permission to pursue Mr Burke for fines already outstanding.
