That's according to an online survey carried out in 2020.
66% of people think crime nationally is a serious problem and that sexual offences and human trafficking should be the top priorities for Gardaí.
8 in 10 people trust officers, according to an online survey carried out in 2020.
However, just 53% of victims of crime were satisfied with how their case was handled.
Former detective inspector, Mullingar's Pat Marry, isn't surprised:
Irish Peatland International Conference Set For Offaly
It's set to take place in Tullamore this June.
91 Year Old Activist Completes Peaceful Protest Walk Across Ireland
Lelia Doolan passed through Laois in her walk to the Dail protesting the US military use of Shannon Airport.
Offaly TD Challenges Taoiseach On Peat Criminalisation
Independent TD Carol Nolan feels the current regulations banning commercial sale of peat don't make sense.
Offaly Third Highest Producer Of Wind Energy Nationally
New figures from Wind Energy Ireland shows Offaly produced around 120 GWh last month.
Midlands County Council Spends Close To Half A Million Tackling Illegal Dumping
Millions of euro are being spent across the country with few prosecutions to show for it.
Westmeath Man Faces Jail For Bizarre 'Blackout' Assault Spree
He pleaded guilty to assault causing harm to his two victims.
Property Inflation Accelerates Across Midlands In New CSO Report
The median price of a home is almost €400k.
Plans For Construction Of Two General Industrial Buildings In Laois Town Being Developed
A decision is due by the beginning of June.
Midlands Teen Missing
Jordan Holden has been reported missing from Carlow town.
Trial Date Set For Freddie Thompson For Assault And Kill Threats In Portlaoise Prison
Mr Thompson is set to go on trial in November.
Midlands Simon Community Say More Funds Needed To Ease Homelessness Crisis
It follows the Health Research Board recording 124 deaths from those who were homeless in 2022.
CCPC Need More Powers To Tackle Fuel Prices - Brian Stanley
The Independent TD for Laois is making the call in the Dail this afternoon.
Midlands Records Highest Number Of Children Awaiting CDNT Appointments
2,267 children are awaiting in the Dublin Midlands area.
Free Child Car Seat Safety Checks Returning to Laois
The service will be available in Portlaoise and Portarlington from next Wednesday.
Midlands Venues And Festivals Nominated For IMRO Live Music Awards
The ceremony for the awards will take place on April 21st.
Offaly Named In Top 10 Cheapest Areas For First Time Homebuyers
Dublin and Galway were found to be nearer the bottom of the list.
Plans Lodged For New 49 Home Housing Scheme In Westmeath
Glenveagh Homes Ltd are the company unveiling plans.
Basic Income For The Arts Scheme Applications Open
The scheme will support 2,000 artists with payments.
Midlands Senator To Oppose Proposed Changes To River Shannon Byelaws
Fianna Fail's Joe Flaherty feels more needs to be seen despite a two stage public consulation.
Man Hospitalised Following Laois Hit And Run
Gardaí attended the scene on Friday.
