Welcoming the figures, she said she was "delighted" that these figures have confirmed positive momentum in housing supply here in Cavan and Monaghan.

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.

The news was confirmed to Deputy Smyth by her party colleague and Minister for Education Norma Foley.

The facility is almost ready to go with a date for opening of the 1st of October still in sight.

It follows a local mother raising her concerns this week over school bus services in Cavan ahead of the start of the school year.

She added the new community hub in the courthouse was having a major benefit for so many in the community

According to the local TD, these plans include the addition of later evening weekday services, an introduction of Sunday services, and connecting Crossakiel to the Transport for Ireland (TFI) network.

Dee Forbes has been unable to attend to date, due to ill health.