Concerns are being raised over the lack of the hospital's elective surgery hub.
The Finance Minister says there's more work to be done for Regional Hospital Tullamore.
Jack Chambers has been responding to criticism from Laois Offaly TD Carol Nolan, about the hospital's lack of an elective surgery hub.
Deputy Nolan believes the hospital will come under increasing pressure if capacity isn't improved.
However, Minister Chambers argues there's been enormous progress in Tullamore:
€1.5 M Funding To Go To Midlands Community Groups
The money was announced under the Clár Programme 2024.
"A Tireless Worker, Devoted To Her Family" - Mary O'Rourke Remembered At Her Funeral
The former Longford Westmeath TD is being laid to rest this afternoon.
Midlands TD Turned Down Stay At "Five Star" Moscow Hotel And Meeting With Putin
He's revealed he was approached during his time with Sinn Féin.
Fine Gael Councillor John Naughten To Be Laid To Rest This Week
It’s understood he passed away suddenly.
€25k Increase In Westmeath House Prices Year-On-Year
A new report has shown yet another increase in midlands asking prices.
Court Appearances For Two Men After €390k Cash Seizure In Laois And Dublin
They were arrested following the seizure on Friday.
Midlands 103 Wins Gold At IMRO Radio Awards
The station received four honours at this year’s awards ceremony.
Funding Being Sought To Establish Addiction Helpline In Laois
The local authority are making the call on the HSE and Department of Health.
Plans Put Forward For New Wellness Facility In Laois
The site would also feature accommodation.
Laois Town To Host Conference For Diabetics
Both children and adults with the condition will be attending the event tomorrow.
Midlands Sees Another Decline In Live Register Figures
Over 9 ,000 people in the region signed on last month.
Former Fine Gael TD Predicts Two Potential Dates If An Early Election Is Called
Speculation has been rising since the Budget this week.
Laois Nursing Home Has Official Opening Today
The Minister for Enterprise officially opened the new facility.
"She Was Fun And Adventurous" - Annabel's Family On Idea Behind Proposed Play Centre
She passed away in 2018 following an accident.
Michael O'Leary Disputes Claims He's To Blame For Rising Westmeath Land Prices
He recently paid nearly €4m for land near Collinstown.
Challenging Christmas Expected For Flight Passengers - Michael O'Leary
The Ryanair boss is again raising concerns with the passenger cap.
Columb Barracks Modular Units Expected To Be Finished This Year
40 units will see up to 320 people accommodated.
Imelda Keenan's Family Vow To "Keep Fighting" After Meeting Gardaí
The family of the missing Laois woman met with investigating officers yesterday.
"A Remarkable Woman" - Tributes Paid To Former Minister Mary O'Rourke
The former Deputy Leader of Fianna Fáil passed away on Thursday.
New Study On Impact Of different Modifiers On A Child's Education
The study focuses on different modifiers in a child's life, and how they affect them academically.
