It was abolished back in 2006.
An Offaly TD is calling for the government's Educational Disadvantage Committee to be re-instated.
It was intially set-up in 2003, and introduced the Deis school programme - before being was abolished in 2006.
A report by the Higher Education Authority shows just 10% of students at third level are from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Independent deputy Carol Nolan believes the committee is required to remove barriers at all levels of education:
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.
Midlands Taxi Numbers See Significant Drop Since 2019
23 counties have seen a reduction in the past five years.
Approval Granted For Mullingar Hospital To Recruit Staff For Paediatric Diabetes Service
The clinic has been facing pressures due to staffing and resources.
Aontú Blames Lack Of Government Action For Increasing Road Deaths
63 people have lost their lives on Irish roads so far this year.
Westmeath Solar Farm Proposals Up For Decision
The project would see the farm operated for a period of 40 years.
Century-Old Westmeath Business To Close
It first started operating in 1911.
Lack Of Supply Leads To 8% Jump In Midlands House Prices - Association of Irish Mortgage Advisers
House price growth in the midlands is exceeding the national average.
Taoiseach Offers Assurances Over Government's Focus On Westmeath Paediatric Diabetes Services
Concern is being voiced about the State's approach to ensuring the service continues.
Robot Dogs And Psyche Tests Feature On TUS Athlone Open Day
Leaving cert students will be taking guided tours of the campus today.
Release Date For Leaving Cert Results Revealed
It's slightly later than usual.
Westmeath Star Robbie Henshaw Opens New Vision Ireland Store
The rugby superstar is encouraging everyone to 'Skip the Skip.'
