The pandemic has had a very noticeable impact on the world of work.
There's never been a better time for a career change. according to a midlands recruitment firm.
Employment has taken a serious hit from the pandemic and public health restrictions, with a quarter of Ireland's workforce currently unemployed.
But AllPro Recruitment says 8 per cent of Pandemic Unemployment Payment recipients are currently retraining.
Marketing Manager Jasmine Elkhershi says there are signs of hope:
Most Of The Country Lives Within 300 Metres Of A Licenced Premises
An addiction counsellor is concerned about the availability and affordability of alcohol.
HSE Funding Insufficient For Midlands Population Growth - Sinn Féin
Thousands of hospital appointments across the region were cancelled last year.
"A Wonderful Husband, Father And Friend" - Mark Walsh Remembered At His Funeral
He was laid to rest this afternoon.
Rock Legends 'The Cult' To Headline Forest Fest
The UK band completes this year's list of headliners.
"A Huge Relief" Parent Reacts To Return Of Nurse To MRHM
The nurse has been out of work since early April.
Motorist In Westmeath Clocked Speeding On National Slow Down Day
21 motorists have been caught speeding so far today.
Plans Submitted For Over 100 Offaly Homes
Two developments will see the construction of 100 units in Birr, if given the green light.
Midlands Student Among Winners At Prestigious Trad Music Awards
Fionn Connolly was among a group of eight winners at the Siansa Irish Championships.
Midlands Man Who Died In Workplace Incident To Be Laid To Rest Today
Mark Walsh passed away on Monday morning.
'Exceptional' Nurse To Return To MRHM Paediatric Diabetes Service
She had been carrying the workload of 2.6 people before taking unplanned leave.
Children's Health Ireland Disputing Stats On Cancellations
There were over 5,500 cancellations at Regional Hospital Mullingar according to CHI.
Support The Bees For 'No Mow May' - Offaly County Council
The initiative is intended to enhance bee nutrition and nesting.
10 Year Masterplan For Derryounce Lakes and Trails Nearly Set
The public say they want to see more entrances to the site.
Norovirus Outbreak In Midlands Nursing Home
The Health Protection Surveillance Centre say it was one of 27 outbreaks on one week's report.
Offaly GAA Community Mourning The Loss Of Former County Chair
Ollie Daly died on Thursday after struggling with illness.
Have The Conversation Before It's Too Late - Sister Of Laois Dad Who Died Waiting For Transplant
Kevin McEvoy spent 140 days in hospital waiting for a heart transplant.
Education Minister Believes Laois Special School Building Project Set To Progress
Teachers, parents and children have been waiting on a new facility for years.
Midlands Students Win Top Prizes In Children's Art Competition
The very first Texaco Children’s Art Competition was held in 1955.
"There's No Defence For Having A Knife" - Midlands Garda
Midlands Gardaí have seized nearly 600 knives in the past four years.
Unsafe Residents And Overcrowded Rooms Highlighted In IPA Accommodation Centre
They're among the concerns raised by residents to the Health Watchdog.
