Micheál Carrigy says that prosecution of those who don't pay the licence is the last thing the Government want.

Athlone and Midland Samaritans is highlighting the range of supports that it offers.

They say there's been no commitment to a timeline - despite a Government report as far back as 2018 stating fee restoration was justified.

The campaign has now passed the €40,000 mark with a final target of €100,000 for the new playing surface.

The local election count in Longford took place over three days at St Mary's Community Centre in Edgeworthstown.

A GoFundMe appeal has raised over €3,000 to help fund decorations for the town.

It follows a reshuffle due to the departure of Kathleen Funchion, who has been elected to the European Parliament.

The hotel suffered fire damage following two arson attacks in 2019 before direct provision plans were scrapped.