The government has made an application to the EU.
Fine Gael says an €80 million investment in bog rehabilitation in the Midlands would secure 200 jobs.
The government has asked the EU for the funding for enhanced peat restoration over the next four years.
The money would be taken from the Public Service Obligation fund, which is automatically added to household electricity bills.
Fine Gael TD for Offaly Marcella Corcoran Kennedy says it's welcome news for the area:
Primary School Counselling Pilot Delivers Significant Benefits
The scheme offered one-to-one counselling to children with mild to moderate mental health needs.
Hosepipe Ban Decision Still Pending As Heatwave Continues
13 counties are under a yellow high-temperature warning until Friday morning.
Garda Commissioner Says Daniel Kinahan Extradition Operation Was "Very Successful"
The 49 year old is being held in Portlaoise Prison.
HSE Recommends Against State Funding For Friedreich’s Ataxia Drug
The treatment is already accessible in several other European countries.
"A Man Of Decency And Integrity" - Padraig Horan Passes Away At 76
The St Rynagh's man led his club to Leinster and All Ireland glory.
Sinn Féin Calls For Action As Driving Test Backlog Grows
There are currently 66,000 people on waiting lists.
Roadworks To Cause Delays On Offaly Roads Next Week
The works will be taking place from next Monday until Tuesday.
Free Heart Health Checks In Laois Today
The Irish Heart Foundation's Mobile Health Unit is in Portarlington this morning.
