The pact passed in the Dáil last night.
The EU Migration pact has passed in the Dáil by a narrow margin.
TDs voted by 79 votes to 72 last night to opt-in to the pact.
The EU regulations aim to speed up processing times for International Protection applications, and will also give Ireland access to an improved IT system to carry out additional checks.
But Aontú Leader, Meath West TD, Peadar Toibín, doesn't think it will make any difference:
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.
Midlands Couple Launch National Autism And ADHD Awareness Campaign
Rhode's Cathal Cully and Athlone's Rebecca Wilson are running the campaign in the lead up to their wedding.
Westmeath Ranks Third For Paying PAYE And USC
€1.5 billion was paid back to the State last year, with only Dublin and Cork ranking higher.
Uisce Eireann Appeals For Westmeath Customers To Keep Conserving Water
Niighttime restrictions are currently in place for customers served by the Ballany Reservoir.
Midlands Woman Says Rise Of The Far Right Is "Very Challenging For Minorities”
Christine O’Mahony is a mixed-race woman of Jamaican heritage.
Mixed Weather Set For Midlands This Weekend
We can expect some sun and drizzles this weekend.
Little Picnic To Feature At Electric Picnic
Little Picnic is a family haven away from the main arena, where children can explore, learn and discover.
Mullingar Pride Festival Returns For Fifth Year This September
Mullingar Pride run from September 3rd-6th.
