It's currently operating above its capacity - with 389 inmates in the jail yesterday, compared to the normal limit of 340.

On a visit to Roscommon yesterday, OPW Minister Kieran O’Donnell also confirmed a temporary measure should go to planning next month.

It was over his Independent Ireland party joining the Renew Group in the European Parliament, as opposed to the European Conservatives and Reformists.

Prisoners weren't allowed to attend, but they can watch a recording on their cell TV channel from today.

University Hospital Limerick is once again the worst affected facility in the country today

It's understood current owners of XL Bully's will be subject to strict new rules from next February.

Frank Kilbride of Aughakilmore, Ballinalee in Longford officially plead guilty to three charges under Money Laundering legislation.

A temporary measure should also go to planning next month according to the OPW Minister.