Local diversions are currently still in place on the Ballinagh Road from Cavan Town as a result of the incident.

Deputy Smith has called for further regulations to be introduced.

In a statement this morning, Taoiseach Simon Harris described the Cavan-Monaghan TD as a "trailblazer in Irish politics", a great friend, and a dedicated Minister, and Deputy Leader of the party.

A number of the planned autumn programmes in adult education in Cavan and Monaghan have been deferred.

Deputy Smith says disposable vapes are a blight on our environment, adding that they are hazardous if not recycled properly and they can be seen littered across the country, in all of our communities, in even the most remote locations.

Works on all the school properties are for the development of special needs classrooms and facilities.

The Cavan-Monaghan TD told the Dáil economic opportunities need to be grasped.

Deputy Smith says supply is key to addressing the housing challenges