People on rent allowance are at a severe disadvantage when they transfer to the Housing Assistance Payment.
Sinn Fein claims people on rent allowance are at a severe disadvantage when they transfer to the Housing Assistance Payment.
Laois' Caroline Dwane Stanley says some families are paying an extra 496 euro a month because of the new system.
Ms Dwane Stanley fears the government legalisation will lead to an increase in homelessness:
Midlands Community Rally Around Canadian Family Following Car Crash
Jenn McMillian is thanking people in Tullamore for their help after her parents were hospitalised in a serious crash in the Midlands.
Junior Minister Reveals Family Home Threat Amid Protest Tensions
Robert Troy chose not to report the matter to the Gardaí.
My Faith In Humanity Was Nearly Lost Following Years Of Abuse - Mary Cowen
Mary's husband Brian served as Taoiseach from 2008-2011.
PHOTOS: The Electric Picnic Warm Up Party
It was held in Laois over the weekend.
Concerns Raised Over Occupational Therapy Shortages In Laois And Offaly
Brian Stanley raised the issue in the Dail.
Midlands Heritage Sites To Receive Almost €300k In Conservation Funding
€365k will be spread across six county's.
'Beer, Steer And Go': Man Maimed Brother In 195km/h 'Missile' Westmeath Car Crash
He had been using cannabis and filming himself drinking while driving.
Taoiseach Labels Criticism From Midlands Senator As "Positive"
Micheal Martin is standing over the government's actions during the fuel price protests.
Over 5,400 Older People Still Waiting For Essential Home Support
In the Midlands, 370 individuals are still waiting for approved additional support hours.
Checkpoint In Place On Westmeath Road Ahead Of Taoiseach Arrival
The Taoiseach will be attending for Fianna Fail's centenary celebrations.
Gardai Appeal For Help In Locating Missing Westmeath Teen
He's been missing since 6pm on Tuesday
Over 100 Residents To Be Relocated From State Accommodation In Westmeath
Creggan Court hotel in Athlone has hosted Ukrainians since the outbreak of war in 2022.
Midlands Toddler Shows Off Irish Dancing Talents
Two-and-a-half-year-old Molly May from Carlow stole the show preforming at the Pan Celtic Festival.
Laois Man Taking Part in EU Radicalisation Prevention Programme
Portlaoise's Austin Stack is a mentor in the programme.
US Firm To Acquire Westmeath Fire Protection Company Writech
The company based in Mullingar employs over 800 people.
€1.3m Funding Announced To Protect Midland Archaeological Heritage Sites
Westmeath will receive the highest amount in the midlands.
Ireland’s Oldest Man Celebrates 105th Birthday
Paddy Claffey hails from Ferbane in Offaly.
Laois Senator Urges Further Government Action On Homelessness
Sinn Fein's Maria McCormack says a lack of local emergency accommodation contributes to rising numbers.
Midlands Towns Honoured At TidyTowns Regional Awards
Abbeyleix secured a Gold and County Award.
Electric Picnic Announces Over 40 New Acts
The festival is in just four months' time.
