The process saw numerous delays and deadlines missed, with An Bord Pleanála making a final decision on the application this week.

The original application was approved by Leitrim County Council last year, but was then subject to a planning appeal.

New figures released by the CSO breakdown criminal incidents across Garda divisions nationwide.

The project aims to provide an alternative to hospital admission for people experiencing a mental health crisis.

Figures released from the CSO breakdown the number and re-offending rate of those on probation for an earlier conviction.

The road is closed for technical examination by Forensic Collision Investigators, and local diversions are in place.

Residents had previously staged a protest in the Leitrim village last month, with the Department of Integration at the time delaying the move.

The village had seen protests and blockades in recent weeks with locals highlighting an existing lack of services in the region and worries over the housing of 75 men locally.