Those with non-emergency needs are asked to seek alternative medical assistance.

A local GP says the record figures could be a result of a lack of care during the pandemic.

Councillor O'Reilly says she has heard reports of people "presenting as extremely ill at EDs and being told that they will have to wait up to eight hours".

Patients that have non-emergency needs are being asked to seek alternative medical assistance from their GP or pharmacy.

Visitors are asked to make a donation towards Debra Ireland which raises awareness of a condition known as "butterfly skin".

Local TD Brendan Smith says it's a "very important step forward".