The works had got udnerway in May but were suddenly halted earlier this month.

The cross border initiative will see a range of projects taking place both examining the past and looking into the future.

This morning, Health Minister Stephen Donnelly added that fully vaccinated attendance is something the Cabinet could consider for live events.

A site at St. Joseph's Hospital in Longford was identified by HSE officials in conjunction with St Michael's in Dun Laoghaire.

The new public amenity in the village could see a playground, kick-about area and outdoor meeting space on the Fair Green.

There are still a number of stages left in the evacuation of Irish passport and visa holders from the country.

The two women have been undergoing extensive training over the last 9 months in anticipation of the challenge.

Locals are desperate to see works complete before the winter flooding season.