A recent meeting of HSE management noted the amount of students seeking help from the service - saying this 'highlighted the struggles that are out there'.

Investigations found that girls and non-binary teens are more likely than boys to self-harm, and experience poorer mental health outcomes.

The commission flagged just one area of moderate concern in the area of residents' personal property and possessions following the announced inspection last June.

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

The Report says that of the 6,375 13-year olds interviewed, 73% expect to achieve a university degree.

Just one out of the region's four military barracks is currently active, with facilities in Longford, Mullingar and Cavan decommissioned.

It lists the centre at Roscommon as being one of a number of older units which are not fit for purpose due to lack of physical space.

The 5 million euro project was officially announced this morning.