CSO figures released show only 1 in 4 trust political parties.
Less than half of people say they trust the government.
The CSO's Trust Survey for 2023 shows just one in four people trust political parties, the lowest figure in the results.
83% of respondents, however, say they trust most people.
Birr Psychotherapist Stella O'Malley says the results, in terms of politics, aren't surprising:
HIQA Report Finds Midlands Care Centre Non Compliant In Several Areas
A HIQA report says Ferbane Care Centre breached regulations over unsanctioned layout changes.
ICSA Holding Protest Against Mercosur Trade Deal Today
ICSA President, Westmeath's Sean McNamara is calling for more Government action.
High Court Decision On Sending Enoch Burke To Prison Due Tuesday
The High Court is also considering further contempt proceedings against Mr Burke and his family.
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Seminar In Offaly Today
Offaly Domestic Violence Support Service are hosting the event.
Gardaí And PSNI Make Third Terrorism Related Arrest In Laois
A man in his 30s is being held following a cross border investigation.
Midlands Rents Surge As Property Shortage Deepens
A shortage of rental properties is driving the increase.
Six Week Health And Wellbeing Course For Farmers Launches In Westmeath
The event kicks off tonight in Castletown Geoghegan.
Buccaneers Rugby Raise Over €4.5k For Westmeath Hospice
Two coffee mornings were held by the club.
Laois County Council Approves 5% Rise In Commercial Rates For 2026
It'll be the first time financial contributions will rise in seven years.
Plans Submitted For 92 Home Development In Offaly
A decision is due in the new year.
€50k Available For Midlands Integration Projects
€3.6m is the overall funds for national organisations.
Midlands Waterfront Consultation Nears Deadline
A survey regarding the project closes runs until Friday.
Woman Found Guilty Over Double Murder
Ruth Lawrence is facing a life sentence later this month.
Frustration Grows Over Delays To New School Building In Offaly
A financial assessment for a new Ard Scoil Chiarain Naofa building in Clara continues.
Calls For Garda Action Plan On Hate Crime And Online Extremism
The Coalition Against Hate Crime is seeking answers from the Garda Commissioner.
Former Justice Minister Pays Tribute to Laois Garda Sergeant
Charlie Flanagan says Jim Cannon put his life on the line to protect Mr Flanagan's family.
Revenue Seize Contrabrand Worth €693k
Six weapons including smoke flares were also seized.
Laois Woman Part Of Launch For Lung Cancer Awareness Campaign
Borris In Ossory's Samantha Vaughan is part of today's national White Ribbon for Lung Cancer launch.
Major Westmeath Housing Development Gets Green Light
Over 100 homes are coming to Mullingar.
Midlands Renters Facing Soaring Costs
Rents are up over 10% across the region in the last year.
