As the government blocks funding for major social-housing projects, FF and FG councillors point fingers at ministers
As many as 1,325 social homes in Dublin city are at an advanced stage, with planning granted – but now with no clear funding.
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Seeking a louder voice, Crumlin residents look to start a new community forum
It’s one of three actions on a to-do list that emerged from the People’s Transition Crumlin project.
The S6 is bus route most often reported to no-show bus tracker for ghosting passengers
Of 740 reports of ghost buses since the tracker was launched on 16 November, 48 were about the S6.
Tech companies in Dublin offer workers chance to donate to support Israeli soldiers
Charities supporting soldiers and veterans in Israel are on a list of causes to which employees can gift, and their employers will match the amount.
Ryanair announces plans to fly tourists into occupied country against government in exile’s wishes
The move supports Morocco’s claim to Western Sahara, and will help finance its “illegal occupation”, a Polisario Front representative says.
In Inchicore, a plan to build two padel courts and a cafe next to the Grand Canal
Former publican Michael Kelly previously tried to get permission to build 10 homes on the site behind the Black Horse Inn, but the council said no.
Demands for better services are legit, but council can’t do it with current funding, says council CEO
The Department of Housing has told the council it has to divert €58 million from local property taxes next year to cover what used to be paid for by central government grants.
In Swords, protestors target company that’s helped ship US military gear to Israeli air force base
After digging by The Ditch, and pressure from protestors, ASL Ireland issued a statement Friday meant to appease. Protestors say it’s not good enough.
Although council once pushed to “terminate” it, scheme letting clampers knock off early if they met quotas remained
Dublin Street Parking Services, the company the council pays to fine, clamp and tow illegally parked cars in the city,
Bus drivers veer towards dispute with bosses
At issue: controllers’ efforts to make drivers running ahead of schedule slow down, or wait for a bit at a stop.
Will proposed reforms make coroners more independent from the Gardaí?
The guards are deeply involved in inquests, even when garda conduct is at issue in the death being investigated.
Come join us for a pub quiz!
It’s going to be on 21 November at Doyle’s Corner in Phibsboro. Email us now to reserve a table.
Plan for food market at St Andrew’s Church has fallen apart
Market operator Manifesto has walked away from the project, said its co-founder Martin Barry.