Brendan Barry says a review of the service is currently underway.

No one was injured in the incident but the road was blocked for a time.

In August, the government launched a 65 million euro fund to drive innovation in the areas of green transition and digital transformation.

Deborah Dwyer of Westmeath Citizens Information says that if a person was previously refused Fuel Allowance, they may now be eligible as the bands have widened.

Longford-Westmeath TD, Sorca Clarke believes that, while precautions are necessary, Ireland must retain open access to representatives.

The Defence Forces says medical staff are satisified with his continued and steady progress, and have thanked people for their support.

The ecumenical service will take place this Sunday, January 15th at St. John's Rest and Care Centre on the grounds of Knock Shrine at 3.45PM.

Many people who are due to have their vehicles tested in the coming weeks are finding it almost impossible to get an appointment at their local NCT centre