Following widespread debate during high temperatures last year, organisers agreed to display King Puck for a couple of hours this year, rather than the full three-days.

The vehicle was recovered in the early hours of this morning in Longford Town.

Leitrim county planners will decide on the issue towards the end of September

TV licence revenue is down nearly €3.7 million since the broadcaster was engulfed in controversy over secret payments to presenter Ryan Tubridy.

Garda Commissioner Drew Harris says Detective Finn was a dedicated public servant:

Councillor Louise Heavin says the protest does not represent the views of the people of Athlone:

Martin Daly has warned that some people who should be in hospital are instead being treated at home or in other settings.

According to this latest release, Westmeath has the highest number of people claiming the allowance at 1,658.