He will be returning to to the Dáil.
Peter Burke will be returning to the Dáil, as he has been elected on the first count of Longford Westmeath.
The Fine Gael rep topped the poll with 10,864 votes.
A surplus of 549 will be distributed when counting resumes tomorrow at 9am.
He previously served as the Minister for Enterprise though it remains to be seen if he will be reinstated in that post.
Gardaí Make €12.8m Cocaine Seizure In Laois
Kilos of cocaine and cannabis were discovered at premises in Mountmellick.
Man Receives Medical Treatment Following Violent Incident In Westmeath
The incident happened on Sunday night.
Funding Announced For Education And Training Boards
€8m will be invested nationally.
People Urged To Watch Out For Catfish Red Flags
Avoiding meeting in person and asking for money are among the biggest warning signs.
Government To Work On De-Escalating Tensions With USA - Enterprise Minister
The US is threatening a trade war with Europe.
Too Much Focus On Electrification For Heat Supply - Bioenergy Expert
The Irish Bioenergy Association want to promote the use of more biomass, biogas and biofules among other energies.
New Laois Exhibition To Explore Addiction And Creativity
The group want to aid people who have been impacted by addiction.
Not Enough Communication Over Changing Speed Limits - Offaly Driving Instructor
Many rural roads will see the speed limit lowered this Friday.
Public Invited To Electric Picnic AGM This Month
It will be held on Wednesday the 19th.
Offaly Down Syndrome Association Launch New Podcast
The Podcast will feature heartfelt interviews, expert insights, and community support.
Longford Westmeath TD Attends Trade And Industry Ministers Meeting In Poland
The Enterprise Minister will discuss the state of trade relations.
Drunk And Drugged Drivers Arrested In Laois During Bank Holiday Weekend
Drivers were detained from Saturday through to Monday.
Third Time Lucky For Maria McCormack In Seanad Election
Senators Paul Daly and Aidan Davitt have also retained their seats.
Gardaí Appeal for Witnesses Following Meath Crash
It happened in Oldcastle at twenty past two this morning.
Auto Enrolling People To Vote Would Boost Voter Turnout-Tommy Mulligan
The Laois councillor is calling for a system to automatically register people to vote once they turn 18.
Storm "Preparedness" Needs Reviewing - Irish Rural Link
Hundreds of midlands customers remain without power this morning.
Problem Gambling Needs Tackling Head On - Laois Support Group
The first national study investigating gambling and suicide was released this week.
Offaly Business To Aid Woman Who Lost Her Home To Storm Éowyn
The company will assist with materials needed for repairs.
Public Urged To Make To Most Of HAS For Alternative Accommodation
The scheme will compensate people looking for alternative accommodation while still out of power at home.
Public Asked To Respect ESB Crews Working To Fully Restore Power
It's after some incidents of abuse have been reported.
