In a joint statement, Motorsport Ireland and Donegal Motor Club have expressed their deepest sympathies to the teenager's family and "have started a full investigation into the circumstances of the accident".

It was revealed this week that some learner drivers in Leitrim and Longford are waiting over 3 months for a test.

The new figures have been released by Enterprise Minister Peter Burke.

Penalties range from fixed charges, which are fines that you must pay, to imprisonment for the most serious offences.

The company is raising its gas prices by around 12 per cent and electricity by around 11 per cent.

He replaced fellow Fine Gael Cllr Garry Murtagh as Cathaoirleach at this afternoon's AGM.

Coillte's plan includes upgrades to the visitor centre, new activity hubs, enhanced outdoor attractions and new aqua park facility.

The Independent will replace Fine Gael's Martin Skelly in the role.