Local councillors and TDs have been criticising the green party leader.
The Taoiseach says more modern industry is needed in the midlands as part of the Just Transition.
Micheál Martin says all areas of economic activity need to looked at, as jobs are lost in peat production.
However, local councillors and TDs have been criticising the pace at which the Transtion is taking place.
The Taoiseach is defending the approach of the government and Environment Minster Eamon Ryan:
Laois And Offaly Rivers To Benefit From Funding
Inland Fisheries Ireland’s Barrier Mitigation Programme is approving projects in Laois and Offaly.
Supporter Receives Ban For Disorderly Behavior At Quarter-Final
The passionate Offaly and Kilcormac-Killoughey GAA supporter is well known in the local GAA community.
Fianna Fail Will Back Midlands Hospice Location If Granted By Council Planners
Peter Ormond says he and his colleagues will support the proposal if put before them this month.
Offaly Comedian To Headline Comedy Festival
Neil Delamare will jon the line for a new comedy festival being trialled in Carlow.
Ukrainian Community In Midlands Welcome Zelenskyy Visit To Ireland
The Ukrainian President makes his first official visit to the country today.
Laois County Council Still Awaiting Landfill Authorisation Certs From EPA
A new Journal.ie investigation shows that they're the only local authority to apply for all landfill sites.
Midlands Ireland Showcase Taking Place Tomorrow
TUS International Arena in Athlone at 10am, and runs until 4pm.
Christmas Enforcement Campaign Launches For Midlands Roads
166 people have lost their lives on Irish roads this year.
Domestic Abuse Support Service Expands To Westmeath Town
Esker House now has a Mullingar base.
Revenue Seize Over €1m Worth Of Cannabis
Multiple seizures have led to the discovery of cannabis, tobacco, and various other drugs.
Former Midlands Fastway Distribution Hub Up For Let
Clement Herron Real Estate is listing the facility.
€50 Million Investment In Westmeath Hospital To Create New Jobs
200 new jobs are set to be created in Ballinderry.
Recall Of Brazillian Beef From EU Markets Raises Questions
Hormones were discovered in beef exported from Brazil.
Westmeath Woman Wins €300k All Cash Gift Scratch Card
Her husband bought her the card for her 50th birthday.
Man Arrested Over Westmeath Chainsaw Incident
Gardai attended the incident in Athlone.
Prison Service ‘At Breaking Point’ Amid Overcrowding
Irish Penal Reform Trust published the latest report.
Key Focus On Midlands Region For New Tourism Plan - Enterprise Minister
'A New Era for Irish Tourism" policy was launched in Westmeath.
Laois Steel Company Receives Top Sustainability Score
It's the first-ever top score in Ireland.
Former Laois Prison Officer Warns Drug Issue Ongoing
The latest report from the Irish Penal Reform Trust shows the rise.
Midlands Pharmacist Recognised For 'Professional Excellence'
A pharmacist in Offaly has won bronze at the Irish Pharmacy Excellence Awards.
