While Ireland's total residential stock rose to just over 2.2 million dwellings by the end of 2025, counties such as Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon continue to see limited new supply, despite rising demand and increasing house prices.

It follows confirmation that around 300,000 candidates will benefit from extra time in written exams this year.

All 15 Cabinet and 23 junior ministers will be representing Ireland in 50 countries around the world.

The Lowbridge, Granalahan and Cloonfad areas have seen up to fifty bursts over the last number of years, with the latest overnight.

Sinn Féin's Claire Kerrane has raised the issue on a number of occasions in the Dáil this month.

Staff were recently briefed on the plans and invited to express interest within a set timeframe.

Pontrilas is the largest timber processing mill in England and Wales and currently has a team of over 530 people.

The commitment comes as residents continue to face high water levels that threaten homes, farms, and local infrastructure.