The association says the shortage will drive up grocery prices.
The Irish Road Haulage Association is warning the country's Christmas economy will grind to a halt if moves aren't made to secure new drivers.
President of the IRHA, Ger Hyland believes around 4,000 new HGV drivers are needed with three months to go before the festive rush.
The association says the shortage will drive up grocery prices and delay deliveries.
The Laois man ways the sector is crying out for new blood:
Investigation Launched Into Online Threat Against Tánaiste
Security analyst from Mullingar Declan Power says the investigation will require lots of protocol.
Laois Motorist Caught Speeding On National Slowdown Day
A speed enforcement is in operation until midnight.
'Justice Systems Support Abusers' - Westmeath Woman
Mullingar's Hazel Behan says it's typical of how justice is delivered.
Midlands MEP Praises Laois Community Outreach Group
Nina Carberry paid a visit to a Laois town.
Gardaí Investigating Laois Car Theft
The incident took place in Portlaoise.
"We Think It's Very Unfair" - Westmeath Hotel Set For IPAS Renewal
Harry's Hotel is expected to renew its IPAS contract for another year.
Electric Picnic Shutdown: Self-Test Breathalysers Available
The RSA wants people to make sure they're under the limit before getting behind the wheel.
EP Traffic Delays After Crash
The incident happened in County Laois this afternoon.
Increase In Homelessness Figures In Midlands
The Department of Housing's latest report shows 213 adults accessed emergency accommodation in July.
Annual Memorial Walk For Fiona Pender Takes Place This Weekend
The Tullamore woman was last seen on August 23rd 1996.
Warning Issued On Asian Hornets In Country
Tullamore's Frankie De Dobbelaere from the Federation of Irish Beekeepers Association says the Asian Hornet could cause problems.
Irish Peacekeepers Need Meaningful Mission After Lebanon
Retired Westmeath Defence Forces sergeant Noel O'Callaghan feels peacekeepers need to keep building after Lebanon.
Hundreds Of School Secretaries and Caretakers Protest In Athlone
It's part of the second day of an indefinite strike for pension rights.
Over €165k Cannabis And Cocaine Seized In Westmeath
Cannabis herb, cannabis resin, cocaine and a hydraulic press were seized during the operation.
Westmeath Cllr Stands Over Labour Connolly Selection
Former Labour leader Alan Kelly will not be backing the Independent TD.
Gaza Declared Combat City By Israel
Former member of the Defence Forces, Portarlington's Cathal Berry says this is a tactic by the Israeli government.
HIQA Finds Westmeath Nursing Home Non-Compliant In Five Areas
The inspection was carried out at St Camillus Nursing Centre in Killucan in April this year.
Funeral For Offaly Man Killed In Road Crash Taking Place On Monday
Stephen Mooney has been remembered this weekend as kind man who could always be relied on.
Support Service In Westmeath Confirms Closure Plans Over Resource Strain
Staff support has been in place since July.
Electric Picnic Countdown: Chappell Roan And Hozier Set To Open EP With A Bang
This year's first night boasts a stellar line-up.
