Minister McConalogue says the recruitment process for an ombudsman is now underway.

'COP27 is hearing about the impact on poor countries'

Ambassador Smyth is also due to visit the Canal Stores and Ulster Canal regeneration project in Clones, meet the pupils of Castleblayney's Scoil Mhuire National School and tour the Carrickmacross Workhouse.

The deal has been criticised by politicians and farm organisations.

There was a seven per cent increase in Cavan, and a six per cent increase in Monaghan.

Vaccination certs will still be required.

While the cost of living is going up, he believes Ireland is responding well.

They must have a clean criminal record to be considered, with the exception of minor offences.