Ukrainians living in State-provided accommodation without paying rent is “not fair”, “too costly” and “damaging to social cohesion”, according to Tánaiste Simon Harris. Simon Harris said he would “challenge anybody” to say “hand on heart …
Ireland’s credit union sector has taken a significant move to considerably expand its foothold in the mortgage market, putting it in greater competition with traditional banks. Twenty-six credit unions have received board approval to establish …
Ireland’s economic model requires urgent reform if it is to maintain high living standards, according to a new report. The study, conducted by University of Galway Professor Alan Ahearne, found that while Ireland ranks among …
Ireland makes “no apologies” for its media regulation, the Taoiseach has said, as he defended measures aimed at protecting children from harmful online technology. During a series of hearings on the Digital Services Act, the …
The Government plans to phase out the use of tourist and commercial accommodation that is currently providing housing for up to 16,000 people from Ukraine. Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan obtained approval on the matter …
A new report has drawn attention to the increasing impact of excessive alcohol consumption across Europe. A panel of experts, alongside the medical journal The Lancet, argues that stronger measures are now needed, including significantly …
New research from AIB reveals that one in five adults is putting away more than €125 each month, even with the ongoing cost-of-living pressures, reports Breaking News. One in 10 adults is managing to save …
Former Green Party leader Eamon Ryan, who chairs the European Housing Advisory Board, has urged the creation of dedicated vacant homes teams within every local authority to accelerate the refurbishment of empty properties, reports Breaking …
The number of people living in emergency accommodation increased again last month to 17,517, marking a rise of 209 compared to February’s total. Data from the Department of Housing shows there were 11,946 adults and …
Poverty, inequality and disadvantage heighten the likelihood of individuals entering the criminal justice system, according to a report by the Irish Penal Reform Trust, reports RTE. The organisation has urged the Government to shift funding …
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