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  Since the programme launched in July 2022, more than €424 million has been paid to roughly 27,500 recipients hosting over 63,500 people.

• Government Defends Unpaid Placements For People With Disabilities As Parent Highlights Cleaning Tasks

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  But one parent Kfm News spoke to said her daughter performed tasks such as wrapping cutlery, while other participants carry out duties such as hoovering.

• BREAKING: Gardaí Commence New Search In Deirdre Jacob And Jo Jo Dullard Investigations

  An Garda Síochána continue to keep an open mind into these investigations and follow up any information which is brought to the investigation team based at the Serious Crime Review Team.

• Healthcare Course Shortage Targeted With 1,100 New College Places

  The expansion, announced by Higher Education Minister and Kildare North TD James Lawless, comes as demand for healthcare degrees continues to outstrip supply - forcing many Irish students to go overseas to study.

• Sharp Rise In M9 Collisions With Garda Call-Outs Up Year-On-Year

  The figures, provided by An Garda Síochána, show a sharp increase compared to previous years.

• Councillor Seeks Clarity On How Often Nightclubs and Late Bars In Naas Are Inspected For Fire Risks

  Kildare Fire Service says all venues applying to renew their annual dance licence through the District Court were inspected in advance of the hearings.

• New Figures From CSO Reveal How Much International Protection Applicants Earn Compared To Average Worker In Ireland

  The data also found that a majority of asylum seekers entered the workforce once permitted to do so