Nearly one in five members of the Dáil are landlords, according to the newly published register of members’ interests. The document, released Thursday, reveals that 32 of Ireland’s 174 TDs declared rental income over the past year.
The Dáil’s register of members’ interests provides transparency regarding politicians’ financial holdings and potential conflicts of interest. Beyond rental properties, the register also documents various TDs’ shareholdings, investments, and directorships in companies.
According to The Irish Examiner, this information comes amid ongoing debates about Ireland’s housing crisis and rental market regulations, with some critics questioning whether landlord TDs might face conflicts of interest when voting on housing legislation.
The register is published annually as part of governmental transparency requirements, allowing the public to see potential financial interests that could influence politicians’ decision-making on national policies.