13 months ago, the figure stood at just over 30,000.
The number of people receiving the Pandemic Unemployment Payment in the midlands is now less than half of its peak in May 2020.
13 months ago, the figure stood at just over 30,000.
This week it has fallen to 13,453 - a drop of 55%.
Westmeath remains the county most affected by covid unemployment with 5,199 PUP recipients, followed by 4,292 in Laois and 3,962 in Offaly.
Almost €446,000 Allocated To Midlands Community Centres And Clubhouses
Ballinahown Community Hall received the highest amount in Westmeath.
Two People Killed In Offaly Following Fatal Crash
One person has been killed in the collision.
Midlands Family Takes On Ireland’s Fittest Family Challenge
The series continues this weekend.
5K Fundraiser To Support Motor Neurone Disease Association Takes Place In Westmeath
The event is taking place tomorrow.
No Slowing Down With Age As Westmeath Bowlers Shine At 14th Annual National Bowls Competition
Woman Appears In Court Over €280k Cannabis Seizure In Midlands
20kg of cannabis was discovered in the vehicle on the M7 in Portlaoise.
Status Yellow Fog Warning Issued For Leinster, Munster And Galway
The warning will come into affect tomorrow morning.
Call For More Public Toilets Across The Midlands And Beyond
Nearly 900 public toilet facilities are located throughout the country.
