Midland Region, Ireland
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The Midland Region (coded IE063)[1] is a NUTS Level III statistical region of Ireland. It consists of the territory of the counties of Laois, Offaly, Westmeath and Longford. The Midland Region spans 6,652 km2, 9.5% of the total area of the state and, according to the 2022 census, had a population of 317,999.[2]
Before 2014, the region was governed by the Midland Regional Authority. The Authority was abolished in 2014.[3] Midland now exists as a strategic planning area within the Eastern and Midland Region.[4] The NUTS regions are used for statistical reporting to Eurostat, while the Regional Assemblies are responsible for planning at a local government level.
The Midland Region is also a tourist destination due to its natural environment which includes lakes, waterways and canals, as well as a history, heritage and culture which dates from early Christian times.[5]