The HSE said the nationwide recruitment freeze does not include dentists but instead blames "staff retirements, maternity leaves, and the shortage of dentists available nationally".

Monaghan-based Sinn Féin TD Matt Carthy, welcomed the announcement but said, with schools, you never know.

According to the organisers the children's participation was exemplary and they clearly had lots to say about biodiversity in Monaghan.

The parents would like members of the public to come to their protest and sign a petition calling for a special needs school, dedicated respite and day care centres for County Monaghan.

The funding is part of a €30 million investment nationwide.

Monaghan Sinn Fein TD Matt Carthy questioned the Government's policies during a Dáil motion on housing this week.

Senator Joe O'Reilly believes that Biomethane is a chance for Cavan farmers to tap into a new income stream.

This assault occurred on December 4th last and to date no arrests have been made.