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Monday, 16 December 2024 at 09:58

Just under 20% of people in the county have an organic bin, according to a new report.

Westmeath is one of the poorest performing counties in Ireland for organic waste recycling.

The EPA's latest report shows just 19% of people in the county have an organic bin.

The figure is 25% in Offaly, and 41% in Laois.

Cavan is the county with the least amount of 'brown bins' per resident at just 14%.

Warren Phelan, Manager of the EPA's Circular Economy Programme, says we're on track to miss yet more climate targets:

Carlow Man Dies In Workplace Accident
Details Announced For Next Public Sector Pay Strike

Rallies will take place nationally from midday, including one in Tullamore.
Offaly TD Slams Lack Of Answers From HSE On Midlands Hospice

Deputy Tony McCormack says the project costs for the facility in Tullamore has risen.
Two People Taken To Hospital Following Midlands Crash

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.

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