There are over 32,000 IPAs nationally.
The number of International Protection Applicants living in the midlands is on the rise.
As of the end of January, just over 2,000 IPAs are currently being accommodated in Laois, Offaly and Westmeath, a rise of 2% on the month previous.
Westmeath is currently hosting at 1,043 international protection applicants.
There are 481 In Laois, and 490 in Offaly.
Nationally, there are over 32,000 IPAs, over 9,000 of which are children.
Almost €446,000 Allocated To Midlands Community Centres And Clubhouses
Ballinahown Community Hall received the highest amount in Westmeath.
Two People Killed In Offaly Following Fatal Crash
One person has been killed in the collision.
Midlands Family Takes On Ireland’s Fittest Family Challenge
The series continues this weekend.
5K Fundraiser To Support Motor Neurone Disease Association Takes Place In Westmeath
The event is taking place tomorrow.
No Slowing Down With Age As Westmeath Bowlers Shine At 14th Annual National Bowls Competition
Woman Appears In Court Over €280k Cannabis Seizure In Midlands
20kg of cannabis was discovered in the vehicle on the M7 in Portlaoise.
Status Yellow Fog Warning Issued For Leinster, Munster And Galway
The warning will come into affect tomorrow morning.
Call For More Public Toilets Across The Midlands And Beyond
Nearly 900 public toilet facilities are located throughout the country.
