It's suggested the increased costs will be passed on to households, resulting in a possible 10 per cent jump in bills.

Ratings range from A being the best to G being the worst.

The plans have been the focus of strong opposition locally, with a significant number of submissions made to Longford County Council.

Due to climate change, people will be left with no option but to change believes Donal Quinn of Leitrim Warmer Homes

ALDI Ireland is investing 7.2 million euro in upgrading 6 of its stores throughout the country.

A decision on the application will be made in the coming weeks.

Westmeath County planners granted the application with three conditions attached.

The underground cable will link the renewable energy development near Kilashee to the nearby grid connection at Lanesboro.