It comes after talks of the length of the summer holidays.
Children need to toughen up and be able to entertain themselves during the summer break.
That's according to an Independent Ireland TD, who says he wants to see children grow up a bit quicker.
It comes after the Education Minister Helen McEntee defended the length of the summer holidays.
Roscommon Galway TD Michael Fitzmaurice says children in the past didn't have to rely on their parents for entertainment:
Free Admission For U18's To OPW Heritage Sites
Midlands sites are part of the initiative.
Sinn Féin Mental Health Spokesperson Urging For Early Intervention Funding
The Longford Westmeath TD wants to see the change ahead of Budget 2026.
The Moon Is Drifting Away From The Earth
A new study shows we may get a extra hour in the day, in years to come.
Enoch Burke Wins Appeal Over Makeup Of Panel Due To Hear Dismissal
The Court of Appeal has ruled he should not have to face a disciplinary appeal panel while the head of a teaching union remains on it.
Free Cycling Themed Event In Westmeath This Weekend
'Changing Gears' aims to promote fitness for all experience levels of cyclists.
Offaly TD Urges Minister To Provide Funding Following Business Closure
Homefix in Offaly is ceasing operations.
Laois Man Raising Money To Represent Ireland At World Powerlifting Championships
Mark Murphy from Ballynan is raising funds for his Worlds journey.
Injuries Resolution Board To Be Strengthened In New Government Plan
Junior Finance Minister and Longford-Westmeath TD Robert Troy says it's to steer people away from litigation.
IFA Launches Farmer Health Checks Programme
The IFA and Croí Heart & Stroke Charity will carry out free checks over the next 3 months.
Midlands Projects Shortlisted For National Planning Awards
Projects across Laois, Offaly and Westmeath have made the shortlist of 55 nominees.
Outdated Electricity Infrastructure Is Costing Ireland Investment - Barry Cowen
The Midlands MEP says scrapped plans for a Amazon manufacturing facility in Dublin will cost the State jobs.
Ploughing Championship Refutes Judges Assault Claims
A judge has made repeated comments on assaults at the event.
Ecology And History Celebrated On International Bog Day
Tóchar Midlands Wetlands Restoration Project wants people to head to their local bog this weekend.
Third Stage In Westmeath Greenway Consultation Closes Today
Members of the public have until 4 today to submit opinions on the Kilbeggan to Mullingar Greenway.
Child Safety Wristband Initiative Back for Ploughing 2025
It helps to provide peace of mind for parents if a child is separated from their group.
Southeast Of The Country Joins Westmeath in Hosepipe Ban
It follows a similar ban already in effect by Uisce Eireann in Mullingar.
Return Of Laois Tea Room Celebrated By Original Owners
Quinn's Tea Rooms is being re-opened as Quinn's Café today.
EU Inspection Identifies Safety Issues In Midlands Prisons
The Irish Penal Reform Trust says its not surprising.
Mother After Dark Returns to Electric Picnic 2025
There will be performances all weekend from 11pm to 4am.
Construction Of New Homes In Midlands Up By 41%
New CSO figures shows 500 new homes were completed in Q2 of this year.
