The Department of the Environment and Local Government is to carry out a review of its 2014 reform of local government.

There has been a rise of almost 50% of the numbers of people in emergency accommodation.

Anti-litter legislation effective from July will enable local authorities to demand proof from householders of responsible waste management.

Tired drivers hoping for a much-needed pitstop at motorway service stations in Cork will have to hang on longer as An Bord Pleanála has shot down the first two applications for such facilities.