Leaking septic tanks on the outskirts of a town are a threat to drinking water supplies and the houses they serve should be connected to the mains sewer system, especially as €400,000 in development charges was collected to do the job.

If you’re “on the way out” it might be prudent to check the availability of ever-decreasing grave spaces in West Cork. And, if not, it could be a good idea to invest in a “pay now and use later” scheme.

Gardaí are today investigating a fatal road traffic collision which occurred at Coronea, Arva, Co Cavan last night.

IT could well be the property sale of the century.