Midlands Today with Will Faulkner

SIPTU warns further cost-of-living supports may be needed, as political pressure continues ahead of a Dáil confidence vote linked to fuel protests.
A rare case of BSE is confirmed in Ireland, with officials stressing there is no risk to public health or the food chain.
Road safety campaigners renew calls for stronger enforcement as families continue to live with the devastating impact of fatal collisions.

Government announces a €500 million support package to address rising fuel costs following nationwide protests and disruption.
Concerns raised that a housing scheme aimed at tackling vacancy in towns and villages is failing to deliver, with just 32 sites developed so far.
Emergency response highlights the work of Lough Ree RNLI volunteers, while further scrutiny continues over standards in Irish nursing homes.

A Midlands family shares the devastating long-term impact of a missed cervical cancer diagnosis, highlighting the lasting trauma caused by healthcare failings.
Fuel protests continue as campaigners demand stronger Government action to address rising energy costs affecting workers and businesses.
Offaly golfer Shane Lowry makes a strong start at the Masters, while local stories include a Parkinson’s fundraiser and a Midlands appearance on First Dates Ireland.

Fuel protests intensify across the country, with calls for greater Government action as rising energy costs continue to impact households and businesses.
A Midlands engineer helps launch an innovative bracelet designed to relieve menopause hot flushes using advanced cooling technology.
New research warns artificial intelligence could significantly impact high-skilled jobs and reshape Ireland’s labour market in the coming years.

An Offaly engineer helps launch a new cooling bracelet designed to ease menopause hot flushes, with the device entering the Irish market this week.
A 91-year-old peace activist walks across Ireland highlighting concerns about military use of Shannon Airport and Ireland’s neutrality.
New figures show a rise in violence against hospital staff, with growing concern over safety pressures in emergency departments.