The council proposes to implement this change from November, unless the Department of Transport advises differently.

Councillor Des Guckian states in his motion that this is occurring in a number of houses in both Mohill and Carrick on Shannon.

Local Fianna Fáil councillor Paddy Farrell says traffic has increased a lot in the area over the past few years.

The awards celebrate the remarkable achievements of projects, clubs, and individuals across Ireland.

He says there's a build-up of rubbish in some areas, like bus shelters and popular walking routes.

Abbeylara have only won the Longford Senior Football Championship twice in the history of the club - in 2000 and 2006.

Independent councillor Paul Hogan was first elected to the council in 2004 at the age of 21 and had the distinction of being the youngest Mayor of Athlone.

After 40 years of service to the party, the Laois Offaly TD said his departure was due to an unfair internal inquiry into a complaint made against him.