Dublin Housing Crisis Receives Boost As 2,906 New Homes Approved Across Multiple Locations

In a significant development aimed at alleviating Dublin’s ongoing housing crisis, the Approved Housing Body (AHB) Respond has received approval to construct 2,906 homes in various strategic locations. Charlestown and Tallaght will witness the construction of 1,000 homes, with 590 in Charlestown, 502 in Tallaght, 318 in Clonburris, and 397 in Donaghmede. A key aspect … Read more

Agriculture Minister Supports Teagasc Amidst Controversy Over Dublin Declaration

In a parliamentary session, Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue reiterated his full support for Teagasc amid allegations of “climate denial” over the “Dublin Declaration.” The declaration, signed by over 1,000 scientists at a Teagasc-funded event, has faced scrutiny for its alleged links to the livestock industry. Minister McConalogue defended Teagasc’s scientific rigor and asserted that the … Read more

Dubliners Shy Away From City Centre Amid Safety Concerns, New Poll Reveals

A recent poll conducted by Amárach Research for the Irish Daily Mail has unveiled a growing reluctance among Dubliners to visit the city centre due to rising safety concerns. Shockingly, over half of surveyed Dublin residents, 56%, and 40% nationally, admit to either significantly reducing their visits or avoiding the city altogether, citing worries about … Read more

Irish Housing Market Shift: Dublin Sees Decline As Prices Soar Beyond The Capital

In the ever-evolving landscape of Ireland’s property market, a noteworthy trend has emerged. Recent data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) reveals a stark contrast between Dublin and its neighboring regions. While Dublin has experienced a 1.9% decrease in house prices over the past year, areas outside the capital are witnessing remarkable surges, with an … Read more

Government & Glenveagh Partner To Build 69 Cost Rental Homes In Dublin

Dublin, Ireland – The Land Development Agency (LDA) is taking a significant step towards resolving the housing crisis by partnering with Glenveagh, one of Ireland’s largest construction companies, to construct 69 new homes in West Dublin. These homes, located at Wilkinson’s Brook in Hollystown, are part of a cost rental scheme, which will aim to … Read more

US Tech Firm Rippling To Create 100 New Jobs At Dublin City Centre HQ

Rippling, a prominent workforce management platform, is set to establish its European headquarters in Dublin’s city center, creating 100 new job opportunities. The move is part of the company’s global expansion plan into Europe, supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. Currently employing 35 people in Dublin, Rippling’s software empowers HR teams by streamlining … Read more

TII To Invest €300 Million In New Luas Trams & Service Expansion

Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) has unveiled an ambitious €300 million plan to revamp and expand the Luas tram network in Dublin. The initiative aims to improve public transportation within the city by replacing old trams and extending existing services. Contracts have been issued to procure modern trams, marking the first step in this significant project. … Read more

Bridge in Dublin to be renamed Bloody Sunday Bridge despite opposition

A bridge near Croke Park in Dublin will be renamed Bloody Sunday Bridge in honour of the 1920 massacre at the GAA stadium despite demands from certain council members for a halt in the plan. For the past three years, there has been discussion and public input regarding renaming the Clonliffe Bridge/Russell Street Bridge to … Read more

Herbal cannabis worth more than €1m seized in Dublin

A joint Garda-Revenue operation targeting people suspected of being associated with organised crime resulted in the seizure of herbal cannabis worth at more than €1 million on Thursday in Dublin. The Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau, the Dublin Metropolitan Region North Central Divisional Drug Unit, and Revenue’s Customs Service all worked together to … Read more

Free family-friendly French food and music festival coming to Dublin

This June Bank Holiday Weekend, Dublin will host a free, family-friendly French Food Festival. On Saturday, June 3 from 12 to 7 p.m., the festival will bring popular Normandy foods, beverages, and music to St. Patrick’s Park. Numerous Normandy food trucks will show up and serve delicious sweet and savoury dishes all day long, according … Read more

Nine people arrested in Dublin during gardaí day of action

In the M District of Dublin (Tallaght and Rathfarnham), nine persons have been arrested and charged as part of a day of action. As part of the investigation, which was started to investigate and find thefts from service stations in the region, seven males and two women were arrested. As part of the operation, 20 service … Read more

Dublin named worst city in Europe for public transport due to ticketing system

A recent analysis from Greenpeace reveals that Dublin is the worst capital city in Europe for buying public transport tickets. The assessment by the climate campaign group compared the cost and ease of ticket purchase for public transportation in 30 major cities. Greenpeace has called for a Europe-wide reduced price ticket to address the climate and … Read more