CEO of the company, Martin McVicar, said that winning the top prize in this category is the equivalent of winning an Olympic gold medal.

The former Methodist Church on Farnham Street has hit the market with a price of €350,000.

The upgrades would consist of the demolition of redundant structures and the construction of upgrades to the existing forward feeding pump station.

The hospitality sector was hoping for the reduced VAT rate of 9 percent to be reinstated, but were left disappointed.

Madeline Ní Mhealoid of Monaghan SVP said while the double child benefit payment will "help all children", the government should've given additional support to children who need it most.

The VAT rate will remain at 13 point 5 per cent, while the minimum wage will rise by 80 cent.

Minister Humphreys says she has offered a suite of financial supports to assist people with the Cost of Living.