Councillor Peggy Nolan is warning that the beds must be made available ahead of the expected winter trolley crisis.

Around 100 new homes will be developed by applicant John McCarthy at Bloomfield Park in Edgeworthstown.

The meeting of the Early Years Joint Labour Committee will vote on a rate of €13.65 for Early Years Educators.

The driver was arrested at the scene and will appear in court.

An unannounced inspection in May found the service to be well maintained, clean and spacious, with residents seen to be happy and content with their care and surroundings.

The driver was arrested and his vehicle seized.

Cavan, Longford and Monaghan county councils have been recognised in a number of categories for this years awards.

The event has been organised with the support of Creative Ireland and will take place across the week in Grafton Court close to the Longford Shopping Centre.