CEO of Alone, Sean Moynihan, says the vast majority want help for older people forced to rent.

Museums in Strokestown, Co. Roscommon, and Monaghan are to receive 15 thousand euro respectively.

The fund is aimed at organisations that assist in the integration of International Protection Applicants.

The poor condition of the x-ray equipment at the St Josephs campus clinic in Longford has been highlighted in recent months

Under this scheme, the council in Leitrim will acquire vacant/derelict properties.

€200,000 per year has been allocated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade, and Employment.

The scheme is looking for a total of €60,000 to cover expenses and to appoint a co-ordinator.

Charities from around the country will benefit from grants totalling almost €4 million.