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Monday, 6 November 2023 at 16:51

The figures are down nearly 2%.

There was a fall in the number of people on the Live Register in October.

Seasonally adjusted figures show 175,500 people signed on last month - that's down 3,300 from September.

That represents a decrease of 1.8%, according to the CSO.

In the midlands there are currently just under 10,200 people on the Live Register, which is a decrease of over 200 on the month previous.

Westmeath has the highest number in the region, at 3,994, in Laois there are just under 3,200 and Offaly has just over 3,000 people signing on.

Details Announced For Next Public Sector Pay Strike

Rallies will take place nationally from midday, including one in Tullamore.
Offaly TD Slams Lack Of Answers From HSE On Midlands Hospice

Deputy Tony McCormack says the project costs for the facility in Tullamore has risen.
Gardaí At The Scene Of A Serious Crash In The Midlands

The single vehicle incident occurred around 1.30am.
Acting Media Minister Promises Enforcement Of Reforms At State Broadcaster

Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath Peter Burke says he'll oversee the changes while taking temporary charge of the portfolio.
Trade Union Movement "Too Quiet For Far Too Long" - Forsa Rep

Tullamore is set to host the public sector rally next week for the Midlands region during a second strike.
Man Dies In Workplace Accident

It took place at Netwatch Cullen Park in Carlow at half past 10 this morning.
Fleadh Cheoil Needs More Recognition - Westmeath Councillor

Councillor Denis Leonard believes the origins of the Fleadh Cheoil deserve the same recognition.
Midlands Animal Rescue Charity Store Closed After Break-In

My Lovely Vintage and My Lovely Hoofs & Boots Shop in Edenderry was broken into on Tuesday.

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