Nationally, 158-thousand people were on the live register up to the end of November, a reduction on the 2023 figure of 169-thousand.

Táine King has had an extraordinary year following the success of her short film 'The Wilde Sisters.'

The figures were provided to Northern Sound through a Freedom of Information request to the National Ambulance Service.

Public Engagement Officer with the National Ambulance Service Liam Stewart says Community First Responders play a vital role in helping save lives.

Cllr Noel Connell brought the motion to fruition at the most recent sitting of Cavan County Council this month.

That's according to John O'Neill who is the local branch representative of the Irish Hotels Federation for Cavan and Monaghan.

Patients can attend either hospital for injuries; like broken bones, sprains, minor burns and other non life-threatening injuries.

It's hoped thousands will be raised for local charities through them.