Local politicians criticise county-wide lockdowns, say more targeted approach needed

Gardai carry out a covid-19 compliance checkpoint in Tullaghmore, Co. Offaly which along with Kildare and Laois are subject to a local lockdown after a spike in positive tests at meat factories. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire

Any extension or modification to the regional lockdown in the midlands must be targeted and geographical, politicians in the counties have warned.

It comes amid fears that the new restrictions in Kildare, Laois and Offaly could be extended beyond the initial two weeks window.