He believes measures would need to be in place, before closing down so many services.
Sinn Féin says the government was right not to introduce Level 5 covid restrictions on the country.
Laois-Offaly TD Brian Stanley says Ireland isn't prepared to go into such an extreme lockdown.
He says the government needs to have organised better supports for businesses, renters and ramp up capacity in the health service before shutting services down again:
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Midlands Homeowners Urged To Future Proof Homes At Upcoming Home And Energy Show
The Midlands 103 Home and Energy Show will be at the Tullamore Court Hotel on February 22nd.
Laois Groups Shortlisted For €10k Community Champions Award
Portlaoise First Responders will install three AEDs, and VIP Hub will host an inclusive sports event in Laois.
Traffic Disruption In Portarlington Due To Long-Term Road Works
The road works will be in place until June 26th.
Council Says Priority Roads Treated First During Cold Snap
Busy roads are being gritted first.
Plans Submitted To Convert Laois Nursing Home Into Broadcasting Studios
A decision is due February 25th.
Laois County Council Refuses Planning Permission For Solar Farm
Permission was refused on December 30th.
The True Origins Of Nollaig na mBan In Ireland
Nollaig na mBan is being celebrated today.
Offaly Shop Owner Warned Of An Post Machine Breakdown Ahead Of Fibre Switchover
Older residents from across the county are now travelling to Tullamore to receive their payments.
Home Care Provider Announces New Caregiving Roles Across Midlands
Applications are now open for the roles at Dovida.
Midlands Rep Calls Out ‘Unnacceptable’ Grant Rules Leaving Elderly Woman In Cold
A woman living in Portlaoise has been unable to replace her gas boiler since 2024.
Second Midlands Hospital Urges Patients To Consider Other Treatment Options
Mullingar is joining Tullamore in warning very long ED wait times for non urgent cases.
Enoch Burke To Take Legal Action Against Appeals Panel
Mr Burke is being granted permission to apply for an injunction against the Disciplinary Appeals Board.
Calls For Garda Investigation After Recovery Of Dead Horse In Westmeath
The carcass had been in the Garrycastle area of Athlone for five days.
Gardaí Appeal For Information After €6k Power Tool Theft In Laois
The incident occurred on December 30th.
Venezuelan Man In Laois Welcomes End Of Maduro Regime
Nicolas Maduro faced a court appearance in New York on Sunday.
Enoch Burke Considering Legal Challenge Against Disciplinary Appeal Panel
Mr Burke will be brought to the High Court today to possibly lodge an action against the panel.
Offaly Hospital Opens Additional Beds
The Midlands Regional Hospital in Tullamore is still advising non urgent cases to consider other options.
Status Yellow Weather Warnings Remain In Place For Midlands
Warnings are set to expire at 9 o'clock this morning
Planning Permission For Midlands Hospice Approved
Construction will start this year.
"I'll Be Back" - Laois Gardaí Arrest Same Driver For Drug Driving Again
The motorist was caught speeding under the influence on New Year's Eve.
