The former Health Minister is the latest to give assurances.
There would be no logic in downgrading Portlaoise Regional Hospital, according to the Tánaiste.
The future of the hospital's emergency department has hung in the balance since a report in 2010 recommended it be scaled down.
However, Leo Varadkar is the latest government TD to offer assurances that won't happen.
He says removing the service would require enormous investment in Naas and Tallaght Hospitals:
Laois Company Develops Innovative Platform To Boost Irish River Fish Populations
Aquatic Harvesting Ireland Ltd in Abbeyleix are leading the plans.
Dancers, Musicians, Choirs Wanted For Pan Celtic Festival In Carlow
The event runs from April 7th–11th in Carlow Town.
Green Party Calls For Tougher Storm Laws As Éowyn Anniversary Approaches
The storm left over 800,000 people without power.
Midlands Workers Urged To Boost AI Skills Amid Widening Business Training Gap
Training is offered by just 30% of businesses, 13% of smaller ones.
Laois Man Takes Up Presidency Of Irish Exporters Association
Liam Hyland is also Director of Export and International Trade at FoodEx Ireland under Musgraves.
Midlands Musicians Competing In Seán Ó Riada Bonn Óir Competition
The event takes place in Cork this evening.
Bressie Hosting Book Launch Event In Westmeath
The book is called 'The Place That Has Never Been Wounded'.
Overnight Water Outage Planned For Westmeath Town Next Monday
The works are taking place on Monday evening.
Devil Masked Machete Gang Jailed After Terrorising Students In Westmeath During Mistaken Raid
The incident took place on April 19th, 2024.
Midlands Councils Celebrate Eight National Award Nominations
The All Ireland Community and Council Awards take place on February 28th.
Laois Councillor Raises Safety And Transparency Concerns After Burglary
The incident took place during the early hours of Wednesday morning.
€3.7m Of Misappropriated Funds At Westmeath Firm
The Central Bank is applying to have provisional liquidators appointed at 123 Financial Services, Athlone.
Over 100 Jobs Created By Westmeath LEO In 2025
A total of 316 full-time and part-time jobs were created during the year.
Offaly Cathaoirleach Expects RSA No Confidence Vote
John Leahy feels one will be brought forward there after a call from the IRHA for councils to do so.
Laois Celebrity Chef Criticises School Hot Meals Programme
Cullohill's Darina Allen feels that the food quality at present could lead to future illnesses.
IFA President Remains Opposed To Bord Bia Chair
Francie Gorman wants to see Larry Murin removed from his position.
Greyhound Welfare Courses At TUS Slammed As PR Stunt By Advocacy Group
In 2024 and 2025, many greyhounds were injured on Irish tracks.
Gardai Seek Witnesses After 600-Litre Oil Theft From Westmeath Church
At around 8 pm last Thursday, the incident happened at Ballynacargy Church.
Man Charged With Dangerous Driving Following Fatal Quad Bike Collision In Westmeath
The incident occurred on February 22nd, 2025.
Midlands TD Warns Government Over Lack Of Eating Disorder Care
According to a recent report, 1 in 20 Irish people are likely to face an eating disorder in their lifetime.
