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Wednesday, 19 July 2023 at 07:57

New research from PhoneWatch shows a significant reduction in the number of burglaries across the midlands.

The number of burglaries in the midlands fell by 10% in the year to March.

New research from PhoneWatch show the number of burglaries in Laois and Offaly saw a 15% drop, which is the second largest decrease in the country.

That's followed by a 5% reduction in Westmeath.

1 in 5 households in Ireland have a monitored alarm system, which is among the highest levels in Europe.

PhoneWatch is advising home owners to lock their windows and doors and hide their valuables.

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