One Westmeath councillor says profits currently end up abroad.
The current windfarm model isn't benefitting the country because profits are going abroad.
That's the view of Westmeath councillor Denis Leonard, who is calling for further controls on the size and scope of projects.
He says it's important that windfarms are erected for energy sustainability reasons not to please developers.
The Labour rep wants the increased measures to be reflected in every county development plan:
Rose Of Tralee Festival Gets Underway This Evening
The 67th edition will be held over the course of the week.
Daniel Kinahan Asks For Prayer Mat In Portlaoise Prison
Kinahan was extradited to Ireland just over a week ago and is currently being held in the Laois prison.
Gardaí Criticising Pursuit Training After Fatal Head-On Motorway Crash
The Police Ombudsman is investigating yesterday's crash.
Laois Historical Society Holding Talks For National Heritage Week
Abbeyleix and District Historical Society is hosting talks beginning from this evening.
Stakeholder Group To Campaign For Full Livestock Capacity On Brittany Ferries
Hundreds of farmers across the country attended a meeting in Athlone on Saturday evening.
Less Than 10 GP's And Clinics Providing Abortions In Each Midlands County
10,600 abortions were carried out across the country last year.
Five Teens Killed After Head-On Motorway Collision In Kildare
Five teenagers have died after a car crash on the M9 near Athy.
Chronic Kidney Disease Awareness Event Taking Place In Laois This Weekend
The B. Braun Wellstone Midlands Renal Care Centre in Portlaoise is hosting their event on Sunday.
