New census results show the population has increased by 8% in six years, to over 5.1 million.
There could be as many as 18 extra TDs in the next Dail.
The number of TDs is constitutionally linked to the census, with one needed for every 30,000 people.
New census results show the population has increased by 8% in six years, to over 5.1 million.
It means there will need to be at least 171 TDs next time around, but that could rise to 178.
Laois' Adrian Kavanagh, who is a lecturer in the Department of Geography in Maynooth, says Dublin will gain the most new seats.
Planning Permission Approved For New 800 Pupil Secondary School In Midlands
Annual Rose Of Tralee Tour Underway
Longford-Westmeath TD Urges Action On Vacant HSE-Owned Buildings
Taoiseach Backs Offaly Camino Proposal
Laois Pride Launch Writing Competition In Memory Of Joe Drennan
Laois Truck Driver Arrested For Driving Overweight Truck Under Influence
Offaly Business Closed Over Food Safety Breach
Gardai Continuing Laois Meadow Fire Investigation