More people are out of work due to the Level 5 restrictions.
The number of people receiving the Pandemic Unemployment Payment in the midlands has increased by 2,000 since last week.
There are 12,714 recipients in the region this week.
Westmeath recorded the highest jump, with a further 1,000 people claiming the government support, bringing the county's total to 5,245.
That's followed by Laois at 3,751, and Offaly at 3,718.
Dentists Set For Industrial Action This Month
A national protest is taking place on Wednesday, October 14th.
Calls For Greater IDA Investment In Laois
Currently, 312,400 people are directly employed by companies supported by the IDA.
Offaly TD Backs Stricter Citizenship Requirements
Carol Nolan is contributing to the debate on proposed changes to citizenship and immigration rules.
Laois Youth Worker Calls For Young People To Have Their Say On Proposed Culture Cards
Concerns are mounting over the cost of the scheme ahead of Budget 2027.
Calls Made For More Facilities For Young People In Laois
Cllr Aisling Moran says teenagers and young adults need more choice when it comes to amenities.
€750k Grants Available For Regional Sports Projects
Midlands projects are being encouraged to apply.
Over €136k In CLAR Funding Allocated Across Midlands
The second stream of funding has gone to projects in Offaly.
Westmeath To Host Vhi Couch To Parkrun Roadshow This Weekend
Olympian David Gillick and broadcaster Fionnuala Jones will be taking part.
