Week 25 - Tuesday

Homelessness charities are warning that proposed housing legislation could make it harder for vulnerable people to access emergency accommodation, as concerns grow over rising homelessness figures. Tullamore welcomes Ireland’s second Wendy’s restaurant, creating more than 60 local jobs and marking another step in the fast-food chain’s expansion plans. Plans for a €10 million greenway linking Athlone and Shannonbridge have been approved to progress, with hopes it will boost tourism and connectivity across the Midlands.