Counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have each seen torrential downpours in recent days.

The INMO's latest report has been published.

Fianna Fáil TD for Galway West John Connolly raised the issue in the Dáil yesterday.

A meeting at Leinster House last month saw locally elected members agree to raise the ongoing flooding in the area on the floors of both the Dáil and Seanad.

Willow Lodge provides a respite service for up-to-three residents with physical and learning disabilities.

The nationwide operation began on Monday, with 16 homes and businesses searched.

The Health Minister says there's been a 10 per cent reduction in the daily 8am trolley count.

Following the incident, which occurred a year ago, the teacher remains in pain and continues to receive surgery.