Tracy O'Carroll, Head of the National Care Experience Programme with HIQA, says past responses have resulted in real changes to hospital care locally.

The Republic of Ireland Reimbursement Scheme was set up following Brexit to allow for continued cross-border healthcare.

Patients aged over 16, who spent 24 hours or more in hospital and were discharged during the month of May, are eligible to participate.

The HSE has met with NEDOC and this "engagement is ongoing".

All consumers on the Cootehill Public Water Supply can now resume normal use of the water supply.

Dr Mulholland says her department is are continuing to monitor COVID-19 epidemiological indicators to quickly detect, understand and communicate emerging issues and trends of concern in the region.

HSE CEO Paul Reid said plans were advancing, despite ministerial opposition.

'HSE is seeking to have the necessary funding provided in its 2023 budget allocation'