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Why Have Some Shop Spaces in Ballymun Stayed Empty for Years?
Some say the rents set by the council are too high while a council official says they’re flexible, and open to deals.
Mark: RTÉ Needs to Make a Case for Public-Service Media in the 21st Century
The national broadcaster should put forward a vision for possible futures – and debate those with the public, writes a UCC researcher.
In Rathgar, Residents Want More Input into Council Plan to House Homeless Families
“I’m happy to have a well-run hub in my area to house people who are homeless. Well-run is the important part,” says Labour Councillor Mary Freehill.
Doireann: Are Body-Worn Cameras for Police Just Another Form of Intrusive State Surveillance?
Having gardaí film interactions with the public presents a host of potential privacy problems. Studies saying it would improve policing are yet to convince.
What’s the Point of Asking Developers to Audit Community Infrastructure?
Developers wanting to build big apartment blocks have to say if there’s enough social infrastructure around. Their answers often differ from residents’ views.
Council Signs Agreement to Lease Social Housing from Bartra
This new deal is under a long-term leasing scheme brought in by the central government last year – and some question its value for the state.
“Compostela” Looks at the Comedown after Repealing the Eighth
Playwright Miriam Needham wants to tell the real story of activist burnout and the “trauma you can put someone through by putting their humanity up for a vote”.
Councils Need Strategic Committee Just for Traveller Accommodation, say Experts
Would Dublin City Council make more progress on Traveller accommodation, if it had a strategic policy committee just for that?
Noodles to Charm, Made By Hand, on Parnell Street
A chef makes noodles the old fashioned way – with his bare hands.
Music at Marrowbone Books: Cal Folger Day
In this episode, Cal talks about her journey from playing classical piano from sheet music, to arranging verbatim pop operas – and she performs for an audience at the bookshop.
How to Cook Medieval Beef Pottage
In medieval Ireland, wealth was invested in cows, which were used to pay fines, rents, and pleas – and, of course, to serve in rich stews like this one.
How Much Does a Bed in a Homeless Hostel Cost the Council?
Figures suggest that what the council pays for homeless-hostel beds has risen. But it’s really hard to tell, which is a problem in itself, councillors say.