Why don't councillors talk as much about homelessness at meetings anymore?
For years, homelessness was a standing item on the agenda at most housing committee meetings. But, recently it hasn’t featured as often.
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Investigation into Charity Managing Social Homes in Dublin Finds Multiple Problems
The report from the Charities Regulator looked into allegations against Cabhru Housing Association Services (CHAS) and its CEO.
Dean: Jehnova and lod Make Cult Rap That Sticks to Your Bones
The seven songs on “Avenoir” function as “a fine entry point to an ascendant rap cult hero right before he hits that next level”.
Victims of Racist Attacks in Dublin Ask for More Support from Gardaí, Taoiseach
At a recent meeting, six people told stories of times people had assaulted them, they believe, because of their skin colour – and what followed, or didn’t.
Paella Delivered from Stove to Front Door, Still in the Pan
Antonio Román, the owner of Yellow Rice, is working up a new menu that, he says, will broaden the city’s scope of Spanish food.
Does O’Connell Street Need a “Champion”?
They could transform the central avenue, says one architect, who suggests a custodian be appointed by national government. A street manager at the council may be the way to go, say others.
Tenants Ask When Council Will Be Back Inspecting Rental Homes In Real Life
In March 2020 last year the council switched to “virtual” inspections, done by sending a checklist to landlords and double-checking with tenants.
Through Portraiture, An Artist Challenges Stereotypes of Homelessness
Each woman who features also wrote about their experience of homelessness, a sliver of their own story, to go alongside their portraits.
Dublin’s Expanding Line-up of Artisan Hot Sauces
In recent times, at least five small producers have stepped up to offer special blends, with inspiration via Korea, Senegal, Lebanon and Malawi.
Joseph: If Local Authorities Are Going to Ramp Up Home Building, Some Changes Must Be Made
There are lessons to be learned from Amsterdam, London and Birmingham on how local authorities can effectively build lots of homes.
Council Briefs: Bartra Applies to Build Homes on an Industrial Estate, and More
“I believe this application is the definition of developer-led planning,” said Fine Gael Councillor Ray McAdam, at a meeting of the Central Area Committee on 22 July.
National Standards and Independent Inspections Needed for All Homeless Hostels, says Report from Oireachtas Committee
Following the recommendations though would require an about-face by the Dublin Region Homeless Executive (DRHE) in how it runs its homeless services.