city centre Who will sit on the advisory board set to shape the future of Dublin city centre? Seven areas of expertise should be represented, said a recent council report. Lois Kapila Feb 26, 2026
children in care Most kids in children’s homes left without voice in consultation on services Children who live in homes run by private companies and charities are not included in the HIQA consultation because HIQA doesn’t inspect those services. Laoise Neylon Feb 26, 2026
transparency Councillors want sight again of who gets social housing in their areas, amid confusion about how lists work “There is just so much confusion,” says Sarah Lawless, who has been on the housing list for 20 years. “The whole system doesn’t make sense.” Laoise Neylon Feb 26, 2026
City Desk Despite Falling Numbers, a Workman’s Club Battles On In 1891, the club had 300 members; today, it’s down to 130. “Young people don’t want this kind of stuff,” says secretary Joe O’Flaherty. Rory O'Connor Mar 22, 2017
