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Wednesday, 24 January 2024 at 16:15

A midlands TD says nine testers are to be let go next month.

Young motorists in the midlands are being impacted by "scandalous" waiting times for driving tests, according to Sinn Féin.

The next available appointment for a test at the centre in Birr is 24 weeks away, while in Portlaoise, drivers are waiting 25 weeks.

Laois Offaly Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley claims nine testers are being let go next month, one of whom is in Portlaoise.

He's calling on the Taoiseach to intervene with the Road Safety Authority:

Gardaí At The Scene Of A Serious Crash In The Midlands

The single vehicle incident occurred around 1.30am.
Acting Media Minister Promises Enforcement Of Reforms At State Broadcaster

Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath Peter Burke says he'll oversee the changes while taking temporary charge of the portfolio.
Trade Union Movement "Too Quiet For Far Too Long" - Forsa Rep

Tullamore is set to host the public sector rally next week for the Midlands region during a second strike.
Man Dies In Workplace Accident

It took place at Netwatch Cullen Park in Carlow at half past 10 this morning.
Fleadh Cheoil Needs More Recognition - Westmeath Councillor

Councillor Denis Leonard believes the origins of the Fleadh Cheoil deserve the same recognition.
Midlands Animal Rescue Charity Store Closed After Break-In

My Lovely Vintage and My Lovely Hoofs & Boots Shop in Edenderry was broken into on Tuesday.
Laois Literary And Music Festival Kicking Off Today

The Leaves Festival of Writing and Music runs across Laois until Saturday.
Westmeath Councillor Questions Location For Possible Fleadh Cheoil Plaque

Councillor Denis Leonard feels Market Square is a more suitable location for the plaque.

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