Inspector David Cryan says An Garda Síochána are conscious of the need to be proactive in rural towns and villages.

Annette Donlon, who works as a litter warden with Roscommon County Council, was elected by delegates at the union's conference last week.

The Mercosur deal would enable items come into the bloc at vastly reduced tariffs - including beef.

Over €32m in this year’s budget has been set aside for road transport and safety, just over €13m for housing and building and around €7m spending for recreation and amenity.

A new minor injuries unit will open in Ballina next year.

Independent councillor Tom Crosby says the big losses at the swimming pool and gym are worrying.

Meanwhile, Tánaiste Simon Harris is the new Finance Minister.

Sligo University Hospital is the busiest in the region and fourth busiest in the country.