Charlie Flanagan says the new US president is an EU supporter.
Joe Biden's genuine interest and support in Ireland will go a long way in EU relations.
Laois-Offaly Fine Gael TD and former Foreign Affairs Minister, Charlie Flanagan believes having Biden in the White House will be a huge asset to Ireland.
He says the Democrat has voiced his support for the EU, unlike the incumbent President Trump, which will be a support to Ireland in Brexit and valuable in repairing the EU-US relationship.
EU Set To Unveil Housing Package As Fiscal Rules Face Relaxation
The proposals target short-term lettings and streamline construction rules.
Midlands Driving Instructor Calls For Mandatory Alcolock System
A sharp increase in drug driving cases was recorded in the Midlands
Westmeath Family Into Final Of Ireland's Fittest Family
The final takes place this Sunday.
Motion Calls For HSE Investigation Into Wind Turbine Noise Passed In Offaly
The motion was called by Fianna Fáil Claire Murray Smale.
Irish Farmers Head To Brussels On Tractors To Protest EU Policies
The IFA President and his son Tom are among those protesting.
Man Arrested Over Alleged Assault At Midlands Prison
The incident took place on December 6th.
Emergency Services Attend Westmeath Car Fire
The incident happened on Austin Friar Street.
Unanimous Vote Supports €20m Midlands Hospice Project
Construction is set to begin in 2026.
Drink Driving Rider Arrested After Illegal E-Scooter Seized In Offaly
The rider arrested was eight times over the legal limit.
Drug-Driving Surge Sparks Calls For Christmas Crackdown
A Westmeath town saw the highest increase in the region.
Revenue Seize Over €243k In Contraband In The Midlands
139 weapons were also seized.
Tributes Paid To Laois Man Following Accident
Ballacolla's Sean Geoghegan passed away on Saturday following an accident.
Midlands Hospice Planning Application Passed By Offaly County Council
The local authority will adjust the county development plan for the 20 bed facility,
Tolü Makay Joins Cast of DWTS Ireland
The Tullamore singer is the second Midlands celeb to be added to the 2026 lineup.
HSE Warn Flu Season Is Most Severe In Years
They're urging as many people as possible to get the flu vaccine over the next few days.
Laois Motorist Caught Speeding At 149 km/h
It comes as the Gardai and RSA are asking people to be cautious on the roads over Christmas.
Offaly Woman Opposing Removal Of Roadside Memorial Removals
Government is advising local authorities to limit them where the speed limit is 60 km/h.
White Christmas Possible For Midlands
Rhode's Cathal Nolan, founder of Ireland's Weather Channel, says snow is possible during the festive period.
Midlands Campaign Urges Church To Explain McGregor Wedding Decision
McGregor was found liable in a civil court for sexual violence.
Gardaí Search Suspected Westmeath Brothel
The premises is in Athlone.
