The Department of Integration has not yet responded to queries from politicians and media about the speculation.

The Grind in Castlerea says its last trading day will be this Saturday.

Independent MEP Luke 'Ming' Flanagan raised concerns that someone had poured paint in the Gorthaganny lake.

Local councillor Paschal Fitzmaurice said the town's growing population and the presence of factories and a major prison mean the service is vital.

The event is part of a wider collaborative project which aims to encourage more outdoor arts performances in public spaces.

In total, there are 756 people on the social housing waiting list in Co Roscommon.

Castlerea doctor Madeline Ní Dhálaigh said false information around vaccines has seen measles return to the fore in Ireland.