“Whatever the outcome for housing completions in 2025, it will fall well short of the 50,000-60,000 units required," said the author of the report.

Peter Thomas Alley, Donaghmore died suddenly on Friday 14 March in the loving care of Prague House, Freshford, Co. Kilkenny. Peter Thomas was predeceased by his parents Peter George Alley and Gertrude (Finnamore).

Multiple power outages across Laois ESB Networks is reporting that there are thousands of premises around Laois without electrical supply due to damage caused by Storm Éowyn.

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Dympna Kerr also appealed for fresh information to help find her brother.