It follows after a Longford farmer has spoken about how 5 of his sheep were recently killed following a dog attack.

The structure would feature a pair of staircases, free standing lift shafts, support portals and a walkway, with plans also seeking the relocation of 14 car parking spaces and 1 EV charging point.

Fine Gael councillor Paul Ross called for an update on the installation of cameras in Ballymahon and Edgeworthstown at a recent Ballymahon Municipal District meeting.

Roscommon had the highest average annual earnings for 2022 in the region at €44,833.

The funding was announced last week by Minister for Local Government and Planning, Kieran O’Donnell.

The service station was granted planning permission by Longford county planners in November for the change of use from retail to retail with ancillary off license use and the relocation of the main entrance door along western elevation.

Now in its second year, the "Giving Tree" provides people across the region the opportunity to help less fortunate children.

Longford County Planners will decide on the issue in February.