May's figures show a fall of just under 1,300.
There has been a drop of over 93% in the number of commencement notices in the midlands for last month.
Construction began on 88 homes in the region in May, with the highest being in Laois at 43, followed by Westmeath at 37 and Offaly at 8.
The month prior saw 1,387 commencements in the midlands, marking a fall of 1,299 on May's figures.
Nationally, construction has started on more than 32,000 homes in the first five months of this year.
Vintage Pop Up Shop To Open During Electric Picnic
During the festival, the Stradbally branch of St Vincent de Paul will operate from the fire station.
Laois Community Choir Group Grows To 100 Members Two Years After Launch
Stradbally Community Choir formed in 2024.
New Customs Charges To Hit Midlands Online Shoppers From November
An additional €2 handling fee per package is expected to be introduced.
Laois Manor Owner Says County Could Become Music Festival Hotspot
Electric Picnic will take place in Stradbally this month.
House Prices Rise 5.6% As Midlands Markets Show Mixed Trends
Westmeath was the only county in the midlands to see a rise in housing prices.
TikTok Called Before Media Committee Over Dangerous Driving Content
Media Committee Chair Alan Kelly is urging that the move be made.
Uisce Eireann Working To Restore Water Supply In Westmeath
Works are underway across different areas in the county.
The Siege Of Jadotville Talk To Be Held This Evening
The talk takes place from the Shamrock Lodge Hotel this evening.
