The hospitals will see their EDs expanded.
Two midlands hospitals are in line for major investments to expand their Emergency Departments.
Midlands Regional Hospitals Mullingar and Portlaoise are among a number of those across the country chosen for a 6 million euro investment.
The aim is to enhance emergency care and help to manage a rising volume of patients.
Fine Gael Senator, Micheál Carrigy, says he wants to continue to build on healthcare infrastructure in the region:
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Kilnacourt Fire Fundraiser Taking Place Tonight
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Judge Doubles Fine Rate For Enoch Burke
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