The largest water project in the State's history will run through the Midlands.
The Housing Minister says the Shannon pipeline is vital for the country.
It comes as the public consultation on the plan, which will be the largest water project in Irish history, closes today.
It will see water pumped from the River Shannon, transported across the Midlands, to boost supply in the east of the country, but is facing local opposition.
Minister Browne believes most of the fears can be allayed:
Funeral Arrangements Announced For Woman Killed In Midlands Crash
She passed away following a crash between two vans on Friday.
Garda Commissioner Confident Security Operation For EPC Meeting Will Be A Success
Justin Kelly is reassuring the country people will be kept safe
Midlands Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Crash
Two people died in the collision.
Midlands Security & Defence Analyst Says Hoax Bomb Threats Aimed To Intimidate
Newstalk, Today FM and RTÉ were sent the false alerts by email yesterday.
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.
