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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Is It Time for “Car-Exclusion Zones” Around Schools?
Some parents and city councillors say banning cars from school streets would tackle school-run congestion, reduce emissions, and encourage the use of sustainable transport.
Joseph: How Dubliners Could Benefit from the Pricey Property Along the Luas
“It is time to connect the dots, and stop the long arm of property assets reaching into the pockets of citizens,” writes Joseph Kilroy.
David: With a Bit of Planning, BusConnects Might Do the Trick
But unless the city-centre congestion is dealt with, we are unlikely to be any better off with or without BusConnects, writes DIT transport-planning lecturer David O’Connor.
Ciaran: How to Water Your Plants During a Heatwave, or Not
While you’re trying to save water you might still be wondering how to look after those wilting flowers in your garden or windowsill, writes guerilla gardener Ciaran O’Byrne.
Some Say They’re Losing Job Offers Because of Bureaucracy
When workers are recruited from outside the EU to come to Ireland, their spouses are rarely able to get work permits – often leaving them listless and frustrated.
A Couple Pursue a Family Dream: a Tex-Mex Food Truck
The steak, chicken and vegetarian options are all seasoned with Randy Howard’s own signature spice blend. Perhaps, down the line, they might add some smoked brisket.
One woman finds, like others, that embroidery makes life a little easier
“It’s only in Ireland that I actually started, really started, out of loneliness you could say,” she says.
Chinedum: On Kevin Sharkey and Immigration
“How can immigrants, or the children of immigrants, be against immigration? Do they not see the utter hypocrisy of it?” a reader asks. Chinedum offers some answers.
Some in Ballyfermot Want to Mark a Graveyard That’s Been Covered Over, but Not Forgotten
For some older residents, the graveyard was their playground growing up. Others say they think they have family buried there.
A Public Park, Closed to the Public Early and Often
Iveagh Gardens closes at 6pm throughout the summer, and much of it will be closed to the public altogether throughout July. Some would-be park-goers are frustrated.
Along the Grand Canal, a Dedicated Space for Mental Health
William Cummings is working to create a space to support people struggling with mental-health difficulties. “There’s no pressure to talk but I’ll be there,” he says.
After Drumcondra, Councillors Discuss Traffic Changes for Other Neighbourhoods
Traffic officials are looking at 21 schemes similar to the bollards recently put in to calm traffic on smaller streets in Drumcondra.