The increase is a 2635% of a rise from one bill to the next.

Paul contracted the virus last October.

Deputy Naughten believes older people and people with a disability have suffered the most over the last 2 years due to the lack of such services.

It's also recommending 'flexibility' to allow people with 40 years of contributions to receive the state pension at the age of 65.

Deputy Naughten spoke on the matter in the Dail last evening.

New measures aimed at revitalising vacant homes would also see the rejuvenation of depopulated areas.

2021 connection targets were lowered earlier this year, with new targets still set to be substantially missed.

Fianna Fail's Joe Flaherty spent a total of €21, 574 - with almost €4,000 on newspaper advertising