He believes rural Ireland holds the solution to the accommodation crisis.
Villages in Laois are being decimated without plans to build new homes.
They're the words of Councillor Ollie Clooney, who says local communities are being forgotten about.
He believes rural Ireland holds the solution to accommodating a growing population.
The independent rep says it's time to focus on countryside communities:
Laois Councillor Urges Safety Over Rise In Door To Door Scams
Councillor Conor Bergin is making the call after the LCSP's first public meeting.
Offaly Woman To Publish Memoir On Experience With Breast Cancer
"The Shadow That Walks Beside Me" by Banagher's Carol Grogan focuses on her journey.
Hauliers Call For Nationwide Campaign To Cut Back Dangerous Hedgerows
The IRHA says branches and hedgerows are restricting visibility.
M9 Crash Sisters Say They Are Getting Stronger As Recovery Continues
A GoFundMe page has raised over €800,000.
Taoiseach Rejects ‘Loaded’ Question On Border Poll During His Political Career
US President Donald Trump referenced Irish reunification on a number of occasions.
Westmeath Regional Sports Complex Gets €7.5m Funding Boost
The Mullingar Regional Sports Complex will deliver a long-campaigned for swimming pool.
Westmeath Councillor Calls For End To Smoking And Vaping Promotions
Tom Farrell made the call during a monthly meeting.
Major €33.2m Investment Announced For The Midlands
120 different projects are being supported across the country.
