The peat burning station in Lanesboro was shut in 2020 following 62 years of electricity production.

The Minister for Community and Rural Affairs has thanked the former CEO for his work and commitment.

Freezing temperatures have been recorded nationwide this morning and the cold conditions are set to continue into next week

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Leo Varadkar said the likelihood of blackouts 'can't be ruled out' but is 'highly unlikely.'

It comes as the country deals with a shortage in penicillin-based antibiotics due to issues with production, raw materials shortage and increased demand.