Renting a new home in Ireland is becoming increasingly challenging, with house rents for new tenancies soaring, according to the latest report from the Residential Tenancies Board. The report highlights a significant 9.1% increase in rents for new home seekers, although this marks a slight dip from the previous quarter’s 10.7% surge. Across all counties, … Read more
Dublin Bus is stepping up to ease the inconvenience caused by planned Dart closures this weekend. With upgrades to the Dart line from Grand Canal Dock to Bray in progress, southside Dart services and Dublin to Rosslare rail services will be affected from Saturday to Monday. To meet the increased demand, Dublin Bus announced additional … Read more
A coordinated effort is underway in Dublin to clear the area around the International Protection Office, where a makeshift encampment, often referred to as “tent city,” had formed. With a significant Garda presence, asylum seekers are being relocated to alternative shelter, following assurances from the Taoiseach that such developments would not be permitted in the … Read more
Renting a new home in Ireland has become pricier than ever, with tenants shelling out an average of €1,595 monthly, according to the latest report by the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB). This marks a substantial €133 hike from the previous year. In Dublin, the situation is even direr, with renters facing an average monthly bill … Read more
The Dublin Metro project, aimed at enhancing rapid rail service between Dublin Airport and the city center, has incurred significant costs even before construction begins. Officials from the National Transport Agency (NTA) revealed to the Dáil Public Accounts Committee that a staggering €158m has already been spent on the current Metrolink project by the end … Read more
Dublin Airport officials are sounding the alarm as parking spaces for the upcoming summer season are vanishing at an unprecedented rate. With summer travel anticipated to surge, officials warn that parking tickets are being snapped up quicker than last year, setting the stage for potential delays if not booked in advance. Despite boasting around 23,000 … Read more
The Irish Property Owners’ Association (IPOA) is urging the government to scrap rent pressure zones by the year’s end. These zones, which cap rent increases at 2%, are set for review. IPOA argues that regulations like these, along with indefinite tenancies, are prompting landlords to sell their properties. In their recently published election manifesto, IPOA … Read more
A growing dispute over the influx of refugees through the Northern Ireland border has ignited controversy within Ireland’s political landscape. Justice Minister Helen McEntee’s revelation that over 80% of refugees entering Ireland do so via Northern Ireland has caused a stir. However, Deputy Prime Minister Meehol Martin has disputed these statistics at a recent Britain-Ireland … Read more
Following a distressing nursing recruitment scam, which recently came to light, the Irish government has announced the lifting of visa bans imposed on hundreds of Indian nurses ensnared in the fraudulent scheme. The scam, orchestrated by individuals posing as healthcare recruiters, exploited over 300 Malayalam applicants, promising them positions in Ireland. Suraj, the prime perpetrator, … Read more
The Irish government has raised strong objections against the UK’s recent Rwanda deportation law, aimed at curbing illegal immigration. Under the controversial legislation, refugees entering the UK illegally could be sent to Rwanda for asylum processing. However, Ireland asserts that this has triggered an influx of asylum seekers crossing the Northern Ireland border into the … Read more
In the lead-up to local and European elections, Fianna Fáil finds itself facing a dip in public favor, hitting its lowest support level in two years. Recent polls indicate a decline from 16% to 14% in backing for the party. Meanwhile, Sinn Féin emerges as the frontrunner, with a 27% share of public support, marking … Read more
Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris firmly declared that Ireland won’t bear the brunt of solving immigration woes for other nations, in light of a surge in asylum seekers crossing from the UK through Northern Ireland. The PM’s remarks come amid tensions with Britain, though he didn’t directly name the UK. British PM Rishi Sunak rebutted … Read more
Prime Minister Simon Harris has proposed legislation to curb refugee arrivals via Northern Ireland, citing concerns over the recent surge in numbers. With 80% of arrivals entering Ireland through this route, the government aims to stem the flow, which it estimates at less than 2,000 individuals. This move comes in response to Britain’s plan to … Read more
In a concerning development, Ireland is grappling with a severe shortage of vital medicines, impacting the lives of patients across the nation. With nearly 300 commonly prescribed drugs for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, Parkinson’s, and ADHD unavailable, pharmacies have been struggling to meet the healthcare needs of the population for the past four months. … Read more
Spanish banking group Bankinter has announced its forthcoming entry into the Irish banking market, with plans to offer a range of digital services, including deposits. Until the necessary Irish permit is obtained, Bankinter will operate in the country using its existing Spanish license. Under the brand name Avant Money, Bankinter is already providing mortgages to … Read more