He says it's difficult to find qualified people.
Midlands education training boards need more support when it comes to apprenticeships.
That's according to Laois TD Brian Stanley, who's highlighting a shortage in certain sectors in the county.
The Independent rep says the county council is finding it difficult to find qualified people, particularly for heat pump and service repair.
Deputy Stanley says it's not the only area affected:
Laois Shopping Centre Hosts Free Heart And Hearing Health Checks
The screenings run from 9:30am to 4:30pm today.
Laois Among Four Counties Leading EV Sales
Meath and Kildare lead the country in electric vehicle ownership.
Enoch Burke Considers Legal Action Over Employment Dismissal
Mr Burke says he intends to contest his dismissal from Wilson’s Hospital School.
100 New Jobs For Offaly
GoSales in Edenderry is expanding its workforce.
Water Supply Restored In Westmeath Town
Athlone has seen its water supply restored this evening.
Laois Driver Caught Doing 129 km/h In A 80 km/h Zone
It comes as Gardai issue their final update on their Bank Holiday roads policing operation.
New Holistic Wellness Centre Set To Open In Laois
Arunachala is hoping to open its doors in the Slieve Blooms this July.
Disposable Income Rises Sharply Across The Midlands Over Decade
Westmeath saw the largest increase.
Plans Lodged For Age-Friendly Homes At Former Laois Post Office
The post office is located on Main Street in Portarlington.
Positive HIQA Assessments For Three Midlands Disability Centres
HIQA identified one area of non-compliance at the Muiríosa Foundation's Mullingar Centre.
Over €23 Million Taken In Tolls At Portlaoise Plaza In 2025
€2.30 is being charged for cars and €7.50 for HGVs.
BnM Honours Recipients Of Over €700K In Community Funding Across The Midlands
The BnM Educational Scholarship Scheme provided support to 11 Offaly students.
Uisce Eireann Working To Repair Burst Water Main In Westmeath
The area affected is Kilbeggan.
Over 140 Homes and Businesses Without Power In Laois
The fault is in Abbeyleix.
Woman Critically Injured In Three-Vehicle Crash In Carlow
The incident occurred at 1:30pm yesterday.
Laois Traveller Action Group Condemns Violence At Laois Cemetery
Violent scenes broke out at a Portlaoise Cemetery on Sunday.
Offaly CEO Shares Simple Breathing Tip To Ease Last Minute Exam Stress
The Leaving and Junior Cert Exams begin today.
Charter Medical Group Appoints Group Chief Executive Officer For Mullingar
Brian Fitzgerald now holds the role.
Midlands Animal Charity Heartbroken After Pony Stolen Over Weekend
Pony Eleanor was last seen on Friday.
Man Behind Midlands Green City Plan Given Freedom Of Roscommon
Sean Mulryan was conferred with the honour at a special ceremony.
