He says people have been contacting his office in droves
Mounting hospital waiting lists across the midlands is leaving the elderly without any quality of life.
That's the view of Kildare Labour senator Mark Wall.
There's been an increase of 85% in those waiting at least 12 months for treatment in Mullingar, a 79% rise in Portlaoise and 57% hike in Tullamore -- where over 2,550 people are waiting to be seen.
Senator Wall says the HSE needs to re-focus efforts on day to day care:
Westmeath Residents Move Against Major Housing Development
The 125 home plans are being appealed by residents in Kinnegad.
Median House Prices Rise In Midlands
The highest increase of 23% came in Laois according to Geowox's Q3 report.
Literary Festival Kicks Off In Laois Tomorrow
Leaves Festival of Writing and Music will run until this Saturday.
New Entrance To Laois Shopping Centre Gets Green Light
Planning permission was granted at the end of last month.
Midlands Winners For Family Carer Of The Year Announced
Three winners from each county have been crowned.
INTO Survey Reveals Job Vacancies In Over Half Of Special Schools
56% of special schools have job vacancies in new findings by the INTO.
Offaly Mother Raises Almost €2k for Down Syndrome Ireland
Clara's Amy Rickard undertook the Purple Run last month for her nine month son Caelan.
Laois TD Urges Stronger Support For Tillage Sector
Brian Stanley is echoing concerns by the IFA that financial supports should be higher.
Midlands Agricultural Land Prices Surge 10% In A Year
That figure has increased by 30% since 2020.
People Weren't Happy With The Choice - Spoil The Vote Campaign
213,000 votes were spoiled from the presidential election.
Cannonball Ireland Raises Over €2.2m For Children’s Charities
The Cannonball is in it's 15th year.
Plans Submitted To Revive Fire Damaged Café In Laois
The Coffee Pot has been closed for over three years due a fire.
Gardai Seek Help In Locating Hijacked Car In Midlands
A blue Kia Sorento Estate is alleged to have been taken in Roscrea yesterday.
Ryanair CEO Pleased With Jump In Profits
Profits surged during a six month period this year.
TDs Call To Deport Convicted Relatives In Ashling Murphy Case
Matt Carthy, Willie O'Dea and Peadar Toibin are making the calls.
Former Mayor of Westmeath County Council Laid To Rest
Egbert Moran passed away on Thursday at the age of 83.
Cabinet to Consider Charges For Asylum Seekers In IPAS Centers
There are plans in place to build an IPAS centre in Athlone.
Gardai Looking For Man Last Seen In Midlands
Paul McCarton was last seen in Carlow Town.
Jobs Fair In Support Of Couriers To Take Place In Laois
It comes following Fastway going into receivership.
New ‘Give Take Return’ Recycling Pilot To Launch In Westmeath
The aim is to improve recycling in the county.
