There has been an overwhelming response to a new affordable housing scheme in Longford.
A total of 150 expressions of interest have been received for 25 affordable homes at Ard Michael, located on the Ballinalee Road.
The homes, which are part of a local authority-led affordable purchase scheme, are aimed at helping first-time buyers and eligible applicants get onto the property ladder.
Local Cllr Uruemu Adejinmi feels it's a move in the right direction:
The Fianna Fáil representative believes the appetite for further housing is there: