Covid-19 update on Tuesday 18th May 2021.
Health officials are reporting a further 358 Covid-19 cases today.
However, the number of people who've died with the virus hasn't been published.
It follows the recent cyber attacks on the HSE and Department of Health.
A county breakdown of the new cases has also not been provided.
102 covid patients are in hospital, 39 of whom are in ICU.
Biases In Job Interviews Not Being Checked
People risk being scored differently due to conscious or subconscious ideas held by interviewers.
State Expects To Exceed 2023 Midlands Housing Delivery
Just over 1,800 homes were built in the region last year.
Abolishment Of Carer's Means Test May Be Halted By "Permanent Government"
A motion has been put forward to replace test with a system based solely on needs of care.
Ryanair Calling On EU To Protect Flights Amid French Air Strikes
2,000 European flights have been cancelled today.
Low Cost Home Heating Loans The Final Piece Of Retrofitting Jigsaw - Pippa Hackett
Home owners can borrow money at low interest rates to make the home more energy efficient.
Gardaí Advising Motorists To Avoid Midlands Road
Emergency services are at the scene.
Drugs Are Being Drone-Dropped Into Midlands Prison
Prison Officers are calling for anti-drone technology.
Laois County Council Votes To Adopt New Local Area Plan
The new plan covers the needs of the mobility impaired as well as housing for students in SETU.
100k Children Missed Out On Dental School Screening In 2023
The dental workforce has declined by over a fifth in the last 17 years.
Prison Inmates' Mental Health Being Impacted By Over Crowding
A new report shows men in prison are facing several barriers to accessing mental health care.
Plans For Cycling And Walking Trails Across Midlands Bogs
The intention is in inter-connect with the Greenway.
€5,000 Taken During Burglary In The Midlands
Gardaí are investigating two burglaries in the midlands.
Flooding Schemes To Protect Almost 2,000 Homes
A flood alleviation plan is under construction in Athlone.
Laois School Students' Study Highlights Farmers' Battle With Mental Health
Their study found expectations and demands on farmers are making things worse.
Elderly Man Hospitalised After Offaly Crash
The incident in Tullamore happened at 12pm today.
Women Risk Being "Stuck" In Refuge Due To Issues With Sourcing Accommodation
Esker House claim hotels do not work as well for domestic abuse victims.
Record Number Of Women Declare For 2024 Local Elections
36 candidates have put their names forward so far in the midlands.
Westmeath Cafe Customers Reluctant To Take Home Cans After DRS Implementation
The Deposit Return Scheme has faced broad criticism from businesses in the midlands.
Emergency Services At Scene Of Offaly Crash
The collision occurred earlier this morning.
Dáil To Debate Replacement Of Means-Testing For Family Carers
The Regional Group of TDs is putting forward an alternative.
