“Hugely significant” finds of a rare French structure and medieval pottery have been found during recent archaeological excavations in Co Meath, supporting a long-held belief that the site was once home to Cistercian monks from Normandy.

International investigators are being brought in to probe planning practices at six local authorities around the country, it was revealed today.

DROGHEDA UNITED’S plans to build a new stadium in Co Meath suffered a planning setback last night.