546 people closed their claim in the last week to return to work.
The number of people receiving the Pandemic Unemployment Payment in the midlands continues to fall.
21,577 people are in receipt of the income support this week, down 215 on last Tuesday - with 8,064 in Westmeath, 7,000 in Laois, and 6,400 in Offaly.
A total of €139 million will be paid out to 465,000 PUP recipients tomorrow.
Crash In Westmeath Causing Significant Delays
It happened on the M6 just after the Rochfortbridge exit.
Housing Strategy Needs To Tackle Rural Depopulation - Micheál Carrigy
The Longford Westmeath TD is the current chair of the Oireachtas committee on housing.
Midlands Sports Set For €1.1m Funding Allocation In 2026
Laois will receive the highest amount of funds in the midlands.
Midlands Mental Health Charity Marks Six Years Of Support
Accessible Counselling Tullamore operates as a community counselling centre in Tullamore.
Ryanair CEO Urges Government Action On Anonymous Accounts On X
Michael O'Leary spoke during a Ryanair press conference earlier today.
Over 40 Cans Of Laughing Gas Found In Offaly Shopping Centre
The discovery was made on Sunday.
Laois Electricity Network Doubled In Capacity Following ESB Upgrade
The project aims to strengthen the grid and supports renewable energy growth.
Work Resumes On Footpath And Cycle Lane Construction In Laois Town
The second stage runs from today until the end of April.
IRHA Urges Councils To Pass No Confidence Motions Against RSA
185 lives were lost on the roads last year.
Lidl Store In Laois Faces Further Planning Delays
Emmett Street buildings in Mountmellick are set to demolished for a two-storey Lidl.
Calls For Bord Bia Chair To Step Down Over Brazilian Beef
IFA President, Ballinakill's Francie Gorman has called an emergency meeting with Bord Bia this afternoon.
Midlands Man’s ‘Zero Remorse’ For Assaults And Sharing Intimate Images Of Ex
The man is not being named to protect the complainant's anonymity.
Mercosur Trade Deal Referred To European Court Of Justice
MEP's voted in the European Parliament today for the move.
'No Chance' Musk Is Buying Ryanair- Michael O'Leary
The CEO says he doesn't regret starting a row with Mr Musk and is launching a 'Big Idiot Sale.'
Family Of Midlands Woman Crushed By Horse Criticise HSE Apology
Bryonny Sainsbury's mother Alison says the HSE took too long to admit responsibility for the fatal incident.
Westmeath Man Facing Trial On Dangerous Driving Charge
The incident took place Rathowen village in the early hours of March 23rd last year.
Midlands Hospitals Under Severe Pressure As Admissions Surge
Hospitals have expanded bed capacity to cope with rising demand.
Michael O'Leary Calls Press Conference Over Musk Spat
The two have come head to head on social media.
Electric Picnic Residents Committee To Hold AGM
Committee elections will be held at the meeting.
Westmeath Gardai Looking To Reunite Items With Owners
Both items were found in Mullingar.
