The equine rehab unit at Castlerea prison has been planned for the last number of years but was delayed due to Covid

It comes following recent assaults in the town.

A review published by the children and family agency Tusla last week highlighted the lack of domestic violence spaces available, especially in the more rural counties

The meeting between unions and the Minister for Education is due to get underway at 3 o'clock this afternoon.

Those currently in South Africa may face some form of quarantine on return to Ireland

The appointments have been made by Minister of Justice Heather Humphreys this week.

Longford has seen several high profile seizures of cash and other assets connect to organise crime.

The Justice Minister has announced that Longford will be considered as one of three areas to be used as a pilot for a new community