The HSE yesterday confirmed Eris - a more transmissable form of the Omicron strain, which has become established in the UK and US - has now been detected in Ireland.

Minister Simon Coveney will speak at the event

Nationally, Naas in Co Kildare has been crowned Ireland's cleanest town or city for the second year in a row.

Businesses, unions, support groups and members of the public have been telling Shannonside FM what they want to see in the budget.

The local business woman says the lack of info in the early stages of the disruption can cause major issues.

The text alert app will help businesses tackle crime and anti social behaviour.

Deputy Fitzmaurice feels public holidays do not support small private enterprises.

Local counties are recording some of the highest levels of vacancies across the country.