She says this is very inconvenient for councillors Niall Gannon and Gerry Hagan, who teach kids with special educational needs.

Local groups have called for the plan to be tweaked to include a lit running track using the former 550 metre Greyhound track loop.

Parts of the station including toilets and indoor waiting areas were shut at times over last year due to staff shortages.

This week saw Roscommon County Council seek Part 8 planning permission for the creation of two public parks, both including skating infrastructure.

Councillor Ross believes that somebody's income shouldn't be the sole reason why someone should be eligible for social housing.

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

Saint Joseph's campus is located on Longford's Dublin Road.

Councillor Nolan says she will call for a public protest.