The ceremony took place in Limerick last night, celebrating community projects from across the island of Ireland.

It's due to two outbreaks of bird flu in turkey flocks in Counties Carlow and Meath.

It's in a bid to tackle long-term homelessness, however it could result in the state competing with first time buyers for those homes.

Midlands North-West MEP Ciaran Mullooly says the move is critical to protect farms ahead of winter.

Minister Jim O'Callaghan was speaking at the opening of the Garda Water Unit in Athlone on Friday.

Dromod councillor Sean McGowan says constituents are complaining about long delays in getting properties registered in their name.

Deputy Seán Canney confirmed works will begin within the next 18 months, as part of the National Development Plan.

It's part of €192,000 in redirected funds which were seized by the Criminal Assets Bureau.