Ireland will hold the EU Presidency from July until December this year.
The Government is rushing to protect the country's waters ahead of hosting the EU Presidency.
Defence Minister Helen McEntee is putting new legislation forward to boost the navy's power as threats grow.
However, former Defence Forces member, Portarlington's Cathal Berry says the country is a "sitting duck".
The ex army ranger says the Government isn't ready for the EU Presidency and is leaving the nation open to attack:
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.
