SIPTU who contributed to the report said it vindicates what the union has been saying for years.

As Storm Darragh passes through the region, we'll collect your weather, roads and power loss details here.

Organisers say they are mindful of current weather warnings but are confident the storm won't impact the annual event.

Judge Keenan Johnson described Peter Keaney as being "like a man possessed" during the incident at the Sonas retirement home, Ballymahon Road, Athlone, Co. Westmeath on the April 29.

Both occupants of the vehicle were transferred to the Midlands Regional Hospital in Mullingar, where a man remains in a serious condition.

Ciaran Mullooly also accused the main parties of taking part in a 'photocall opportunity' since last weekend's General Election.

Andrews Construction Ltd had applied for permission for 245 homes on the Dublin Road at Petitswood in Mullingar.

Gardaí have confirmed they're investigating the incident which occurred at a service station on the Boyle Road in Carrick-on-Shannon.