A midlands MP wants standardised phone charges to be rolled out.
There are fresh calls for standardised phone charges to be rolled out across Europe.
They generate around 11,000 tonnes of e-waste every year.
The European Parliament is proposing a standard USB connection for all devices, with the aim of reducing waste and saving consumers money.
Ireland South MEP Deirdre Clune says this legislation has been a long time coming:
Ploughing Day Two: IFA Calls On Farmers To Accept Shannon Pipeline Deal
Just under 80,000 were on site in Screggan yesterday.
85,000 People Attend Day Two Of National Ploughing Championships
It's 7,000 more than the spectators figure on Day One.
Midlands Regional Hospital In Laois Apologise For Long Waiting Times
People with non-emergency medical issues are encouraged to explore other care options
Agriculture Minister Labels Ploughing Championships Return To Offaly As Special
The Kildare South TD says it's a great location for the event to be held.
Rural Safety Action Plan Launched In Offaly
The plan will see more gardaí in communities across the country.
Midlands Farmers Facing Adverse Conditions In Line For €10m
The Areas of Natural Constraints scheme payments will arrive in the coming days.
IFA President Calls On Farmers To Accept Shannon Pipeline Deal
Each farmer and landowner is set to receive around €100,000 on average.
Former Offaly Minister And Senator Calls For New Approach To Farming
Pippa Hackett believes farmers can save money by purchasing less
Teenage Boys Dedicating More Hours To Gaming Than School
Teenagers aged 15 and 17 are spending more than five hours a day on gaming consoles.
Midlands Church-Goer Caught With Viagra, Sedative Pills, And Money
The man was stopped on his bike by gardaí in November last year.
We're Losing Teachers Due To Workload Schedule - TUI
Three out of four schools were unable to attract any applicants for advertised teaching roles last year.
Irish Cancer Society Roadshow In Westmeath Today
The annual event will be held in the Golden Island Shopping Centre in Athlone.
Woman Killed In Midlands Road Crash
A collision between an SUV and a truck saw another woman seriously injured.
Ashling Murphy Memorial Fund Launch New Gaeltacht Scholarships
The Ashling Murphy Memorial Entrance Scholarship 2025 is valued at €4,000 for a first year B.E student.
Fine Gael Presidential Candidate Addresses Orange Order Allegations
Heather Humphreys addressed them during canvassing at the Ploughing.
Offaly an 'Important Part Of Ireland's Economy'- Jim Gavin
The freshly appointed Fianna Fail presidential candidate made an appearance at the Ploughing.
Ploughing Day One: Ashling Murphy Memorial Fund Launch Scholarships
The National Ploughing Championships has returned to Offaly.
Laois Student Ready To Defend WorldSkills Ireland Title
Portarlington's Ruan Murgatroyd is the reigning champion in WorldSkills Ireland's cloud computing category.
Taoiseach Points Finger At Councils Over Declining Planning Permission Numbers
Micheal Martin wants to see County Councils rezoning land for housing.
Home Care Coalition Push For Increased Investment
They've gathered outside the Department of Health this morning as part of their pre-budget appeal.
