There is also a recommendation to hire 40 extra dog wardens.
Fines for irresponsible dog owners look set to be doubled to €5,000.
New controls, prompted by an attack on a child by a pit bull terrier in Co. Wexford last year, are going to cabinet for approval today.
It'll see a national database for dog microchips, another database for dog breeders, and recommends the hiring of 40 extra dog wardens.
Laois Makeup Artist Warns Of Expired Suncream Dangers
6 in 10 people are willing to ignore the "open jar" symbol on packaging in new findings by the HPRA.
Israel’s Participation Sparks Eurovision Withdrawals From Ireland And Others
More countries could potentially join them.
€6m Lotto Jackpot Ticket Sold In Mullingar
The winner is the 9th Lotto winner of the year.
Leinster IFA Elect New Chair
Hustings were held in October in Westmeath, one of the seven counties where the events took place.
Offaly Olympian To Present Teen Docuseries
Jordan Conroy is set to host United FC on RTE.
Dreams Come True For Westmeath EuroDreams Winner
This is the second win in two days for players in Westmeath.
Offaly Comedian To Headline Comedy Festival
Neil Delamare will jon the line for a new comedy festival being trialled in Carlow.
Electric Picnic Announces Nine Acts For The 2026 Festival
The event is taking place from August 28th to 30th.
Midlands Singer Songwriter Releases Christmas Classic
Simon Casey's 'Silent Night' is available now.
Laois Cafe Hosts Grand Opening Today
The Poet's Cottage in Camross was originally a heritage project.
Chasing Abbey And Mundy Headliners At Dublin NYE Festival
Tickets are on sale now for the three day event.
Westmeath Author's 'Ninety Nine Words For Rain' Wins At Irish Book Awards
Manchán Magan has won the Irish Book Awards title after passing away in August.
Niall Horan Named 3rd Most Imitated Irish Celebrity
The Mullingar star has over 100 fake pages imitating him.
Offaly Campaign Raises Awareness of Hidden Domestic Abuse
The flags will dotted on lamp posts over Offaly.
Westmeath Students Are Successful in Garda Youth Awards
Assistant Commissioner, Catharina Gunne presented each of 25 awards.
Madness Leads First Line-Up Announcement For Award Winning Laois Festival
July's Forest Fest will be the fifth renewal of the event.
Mental Health Charity Urges People To Consider Alcohol Free Christmas
Turn2Me's CEO Fiona O'Malley says it will encourage a more inclusive celebration.
Look back on Forest Fest 2024
Moments captured from Forest Fest 2024
