They've been involved in government formation talks.
The head of a regional group of independent TDs says they will not sign up to a program of austerity.
Roscommon/Galway TD Denis Naughten is part of the group that's been involved in discussion with all three major parties about forming a government.
Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil are hoping to finalise a framework on a coalition government in the coming days.
Deputy Naughten says that document must contain real change in how policy is developed:
Almost €446,000 Allocated To Midlands Community Centres And Clubhouses
Ballinahown Community Hall received the highest amount in Westmeath.
Two People Killed In Offaly Following Fatal Crash
One person has been killed in the collision.
Midlands Family Takes On Ireland’s Fittest Family Challenge
The series continues this weekend.
5K Fundraiser To Support Motor Neurone Disease Association Takes Place In Westmeath
The event is taking place tomorrow.
No Slowing Down With Age As Westmeath Bowlers Shine At 14th Annual National Bowls Competition
Woman Appears In Court Over €280k Cannabis Seizure In Midlands
20kg of cannabis was discovered in the vehicle on the M7 in Portlaoise.
Status Yellow Fog Warning Issued For Leinster, Munster And Galway
The warning will come into affect tomorrow morning.
Call For More Public Toilets Across The Midlands And Beyond
Nearly 900 public toilet facilities are located throughout the country.
