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• Jim Gavin Backs Irish Neutrality, But Says President Has No Role In Triple Lock

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• State Is Responding To Nursing Issues In Laois - Taoiseach

  Micheal Martin says HIQA's actions show the State is handling the issue.

• Laois Senator Wants State Action To Protect Nursing Home Residents

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• Man Arrested After Garda Injured In The Midlands

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• Organic Livestock Roadshow Heading To The Midlands

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• 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

• Ploughing Day Two: IFA Calls On Farmers To Accept Shannon Pipeline Deal

  Just under 80,000 were on site in Screggan yesterday.

• Agriculture Minister Labels Ploughing Championships Return To Offaly As Special

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• Rural Safety Action Plan Launched In Offaly

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• Midlands Farmers Facing Adverse Conditions In Line For €10m

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• IFA President Calls On Farmers To Accept Shannon Pipeline Deal

  Each farmer and landowner is set to receive around €100,000 on average.

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