Week 7 - Tuesday
Midlands Today with Will Faulkner
Tuesday, 17 February 2026 - 1 hour 52 minutes
Flood zoning concerns raised — Offaly Cathaoirleach John Leahy responds after new figures show hundreds of flood-prone sites were zoned for development nationwide, with warnings that climate-driven rainfall is increasing risks.
SNA cuts spark parent anger — Ballybrittas mum Aisling Donoher says her six-year-old son Dan could lose his one-to-one SNA support, leaving him unable to attend school if the proposed reductions go ahead.
Community funds and energy reform — Climate Minister Darragh O’Brien says he’s open to “meaningful reforms” of renewable energy community funds, amid claims the current system isn’t benefiting local people.
