10,729 people were on the Live Register in the midlands in February, according to the CSO.
There's been an increase in the number of people on the Live Register in the midlands.
CSO figures show 10,729 people signed on in February, up from 10,678 in January.
The seasonally adjusted figure was 4,290 in Westmeath, the highest in region.
That's followed by 3,281 in Laois, and 3,158.
Nationally, the Live Register has dropped by 1,700 since last month - 183,401 people were signed on in February.
Calls For New Dog Poo Bye-Laws In The Midlands
Cork County Council are set to introduce new legislation, and an Offaly councillor wants to follow suit.
Ukraine 'Front And Centre' At European Council Meeting
The financial market, migration and the Windsor Framework will also be on the agenda in Brussels.
Parents And Teachers At Midlands Special School Threaten To March Over Delays
Kolbe Special School was one of 58 projects to be put on hold earlier this month.
Countdown On For Midlands TradFest
It will take place on the weekend of March 31st to April 2nd.
Visiting Restrictions In Midlands Hospital Due To Norovirus
Infections of the bug are on the rise
Laois Woman To Present New Quiz Show
The news comes as the Laois woman is one of the favourites to host the Late Late Show
Vintage Midlands Streets Signs Up For Auction
A 1970 Rover V8 is also up for sale with a guide price of €15,000.
Government On Course To Win Dáil Vote On Eviction Ban
An independent TD says he's already hearing of these having an impact.
Midlands Coffee Shop Finally Has Opening Date
It was hoped the facility would be operational by last weekend, but fell slightly behind schedule.
Slight Drop In Number Of Hate Crimes Reported In The Midlands
The national number, however, has jumped by almost a third.
Primary School Children To Be Provided With Free Books
The scheme was launched today.
Minister For Education Being Urged To Re-Instate Funding For Midlands Special School
The project was one of 58 to be put on hold earlier this month.
"Feral" Youths Out Of Control In Midlands Town
The comments are being made after a shopping centre manager has noticed a rise in anti-social behaviour.
"There's More Good Times Than Bad" - Midlands Woman Shares Her Experience Of Fostering
The annual awareness campaign 'Fostering Connections' has been taking place this month.
EU Funded Medications Project Coming To The Midlands
The aim is to help those taking multiple medications.
Nearly 4,000 Asylum Seekers Handed Deportation Orders Unaccounted For
4,631 deportation orders have been issued in Ireland in the past five years.
Midlands Boy Can Finally Make His Dreams Come True
The Westmeath boy's mum says it's the best day of their lives, after live-saving drug Kaftrio was approved for use by the HSE.
New Restaurant In Midlands Castle Still Awaiting Planning Permission
It's hoped the new 26-table restaurant can open next month.
Government Likely To Win Today's Eviction Ban Vote
Government and opposition parties debated the decision to end the eviction ban in the Dáil last night.
Last Day For Argos Home Delivery
The retailer earlier this year announced it will cease operations in Ireland by the 24th of June.
