It follows a number of security incidents at the home of Sinn Féin deputy, Martin Kenny in previous years.

The new planning changes are aimed at speeding up housing provision

Sligo hospital has had one of the highest overcrowding rates in the country consistently for the past year

Eight areas of the centre were deemed 'compliant', three were 'substantially-compliant' and two were 'non-compliant'

Local's have highlighted their concerns over the behaviour at the square once it reopens following rejuvenation works.

Businesses fear that the move will also result in less footfall around the towns affected.

Tusla has acknowledged that more progress is required in the service provided

Mairin Martin says she is not happy that the BreastCheck service is not available in Carrick-on-Shannon as has always been the case