The figure in the region is below 50% of 25 - 64 year olds.
The midlands has the lowest percentage of people with a third level qualification in the country.
43% of people between the ages of 25 - 64 in the region have completed third level education.
The CSO shows the highest figure nationally comes in Dublin, at 65%.
Across the country, over 50% of people have graduated from third level, while 13% have some type of post Leaving Cert education.
Offaly Community Hopeful Of Town Hall Reopening By 2030
Daingean Town Hall is going through a major revamp.
Hospital Parking Charges Rise By Over €10m
In 2021, earnings were €7.39 million, rising to €17.76 million today.
Road Haulage Association Calls For Fuel Support Extension
Petrol and diesel prices increased in July.
Plans Submitted For New Off-Licence And Pizzeria In Laois
Applicant LA Retail Private Limited are seeking permission for Portarlington.
M6 Crash In Westmeath Causing Major Delays
The incident occured earlier this afternoon
Offaly Community Campaigning For Waterway Intervention
Daingean Development Association says weed growth is blocking boats from using the Grand Canal.
Primary School Counselling Pilot Delivers Significant Benefits
The scheme offered one-to-one counselling to children with mild to moderate mental health needs.
Hosepipe Ban Decision Still Pending As Heatwave Continues
13 counties are under a yellow high-temperature warning until Friday morning.
