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Local Government Organisation The Council also functions as the regulatory body for certain matters at local level.

As the Local Authority for County Laois, the Council provides an extensive range of infrastructural services, and plays an active role in the development of industry, business, social, arts, heritage and cultural affairs. The Council performs both a representational and an operational role.

02/11/2026

Laois County Council is delighted that the Portlaoise Convent Lands Project has been shortlisted in two categories in the 2026 Property Industry Excellence Awards, taking place later this week.

Shortlisted categories:

- The Placemaking and Planning Award which recognises the transformation or creation of public spaces that enhance an area, built heritage, quality of life and environment.

- The Housing Award which honours exemplary housing projects that address Ireland’s urgent housing needs across all tenures.

The project is a collaboration between Sophia Housing, OBFA Architects and Laois County Council.

02/11/2026

Leaves Festival takes place this week!

Have you checked out this year's programme?

From this Thursday November 5th until November 7th, there are a range of events taking place across the county.

Swipe through to see the programme and visit leavesfestival.ie to book your tickets!

02/11/2026

Laois County Council's Chief Executive Michael Rainey and Director of Services Angela McEvoy were pleased to meet Tánaiste Simon Harris during his recent visit to Portlaoise Enterprise Centre alongside Willie Aird TD and elected members.

Thank you to the board and management of Portlaoise Enterprise Centre for the warm welcome and for showcasing the fantastic work being done to support enterprise in Laois.

Pictured: Michael Rainey, Willie Aird TD, Angela McEvoy, Patricia Frayne, Centre Co-ordinator, Tánaiste Simon Harris TD, Clive Gee, Chairperson, Ian Campbell, Board Member, Cllr Barry Walsh, Vice-Chairperson and Councillor Conor Bergin, Laois County Council.

02/11/2026

Laois County Council reminds all dog owners that it is a legal requirement to have a valid dog licence for your dog.

Dog Wardens are actively carrying out inspections in County Laois. Failure to hold a licence may result in fines or prosecution.

A dog licence helps to:
Support dog control services.
Fund stray dog care and kennelling.
Assist in reuniting lost dogs with their owners.

Licences can be obtained online at www.licence.ie or at your local post office.

01/11/2026

A celebration of European Literature in Laois!

Laois author, Helen Cullen, will be in conversation with German author Nina George and the German-Irish author, Hugo Hamilton at St. Peter's Church of Ireland.

Nina George is not only the international bestselling author of The Little Paris Bookshop but is also President of Honour of the European Writers' Council.

Hugo Hamilton is an acclaimed novelist and memoirist known for exploring themes of cultural identity, language, and belonging.

Helen will draw upon her interviewing skills from her work as a journalist and literary critic to lead what will be a lively discussion about their writing lives, the connections between Irish and German literature, and also what it means to be a European writer today.

The evening will also offer music from renowned Laois harpist Tríona Marshall.

Find more information and book your ticket here - https://www.leavesfestival.ie/events/a-celebration-of-european-literature

01/11/2026

It's never too late to invest in your health and wellbeing.

The Stay Safe Stay Active programme supports older adults to stay active, build confidence, learn useful safety tips, and enjoy social connection within their community.

Come along and get involved!

01/11/2026

Is your business a hotel, restaurant, café, deli, coffee shop, creche, school, nursing home, B&B, glamping or camping ground, self-catering accommodation, food producer, bakery, artisan food producer, sports club, etc?

Do you have a private water well supplying drinking water serving commercial or public activities?

If so, you need to register as a Small Private Supply (SPS) with Laois County Council to ensure your drinking water supply complies with EU drinking water standards.

Please contact [email protected] for more information.

01/11/2026

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Téigh chuig Voter.ie chun do chuid sonraí a sheiceáil nó a thabhairt cothrom le dáta, chun clárú den chéad uair nó foirmeacha a íoslódáil.

31/10/2026

Have you checked out the programme for this year's Leaves Festival of Writing and Music?

Taking place from November 5th - 7th, there are a range of events for book and music lovers alike!

Swipe through to see the programme and visit leavesfestival.ie to book your tickets!

31/10/2026

Laois County Council is seeking expressions of interest from Community/ Enterprise Groups/ Bodies to manage and operate the Borris in Ossory Courthouse - Community and Digital Enterprise Hub which will provide Community and Social Enterprise space for the people of Borris in Ossory and surrounding areas.

The new Community and Enterprise Digital Hub will include Enterprise spaces including possible co working facilities, Meeting rooms, cafe facilities for community use.

Find more information here - https://laois.ie/newsroom/2026/expressions-of-interest-invited-for-borris-in-ossory-courthouse-community-and-digital-enterprise-hub

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James Fintan Lalor Avenue
Port Laoise

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+353578664000

Website

http://www.laois.ie/

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