Saolta University Healthcare Group says the outbreak has impacted St Coman's and St Teresa's Wards in the hospital.

Status yellow weather warnings for snow, ice and rain are in place for 21 counties.

A HSE Measles National Incident Management Team had already been established in response to a recent rise in measles cases in the UK and Europe.

Those who host Ukrainians can receive the Accommodation Recognition Payment, a tax-free payment of €800 per month.

INMO says 710 people were left waiting for beds in hospitals today.

The former Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader died yesterday at the age of 76.

In statement released today, the Independent Councillor says he has become increasingly disillusioned with Irish politics.

In a report published by the Irish Independent, Roscommon is the most expensive county in the region to arrange a GP appointment with costs ranging between €55 to €70.