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Thursday, 16 January 2020 10:12

They're seeking a direct meeting with the Taoiseach today.

Commuters in Dublin face travel disruption this morning, as a tractor protest by beef farmers continues.

Over 100 demonstrators descended on the capital yesterday, with many sleeping in their tractors overnight.

Farmers are seeking a meeting with the Taoiseach this morning.

Individual Farmers of Ireland spokesperson, James Geoghegan, says if they're unhappy with Leo Varadkar's response, they'll step up their action:

This midlands farmer is among those who slept in their tractors last night:

Five Men In Court Over Midlands Violent Disorder Incident

All five appeared in Loughrea Court this morning.
Court Told Fighter Held Knife To Woman's Chest In House Raid Weeks Before Killing His Mother

Luke Donnelly received a seven and a half year prison sentence at the Central Criminal Court in June.
HSE Dublin And Midlands Launches Winter Flu And Covid-19 Vaccination Programme

People over 60 are advised to get both flu and COVID-19 vaccines.
SETU Secures Over €140k To Expand Higher Education Access For Prisoners

‘A Footbridge to the Pathway’ initiative is being delivered in Portlaoise Prison.
454 Patients Waiting For Hospital Beds Nationwide

21 patients are waiting at Midlands hospitals.
Westmeath Wins Best Age Friendly Programme In Ireland

The county’s programme won top honours at the National Age Friendly Awards.
Over €300k In Funding Available For Offaly Community Projects

Projects promoting community development, energy efficiency and sustainability are encouraged to apply.
Midlands Sees 83% Surge In New Electric Vehicles In Past Year

119 new EVs are in the midlands.

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