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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Brushing Up: The Holy Grail, or Not
An ornate silver and gold cup in the National Museum of Ireland remains a catalyst for theories about the mythical vessel.
In Pockets Across the City, Residents Ask the Council to Block off Laneways
In Rathmines, Stoneybatter, and Clontarf, some residents argue that one way to keep order is to keep strangers out.
Apply for a Spark Grant
We’re now accepting applications for this year’s crowd-funded €1,000 Spark Grant, which will go to a freelance journalist to help them write a great public-interest article.
Andy: To Make Dublin a Playful City for All, We Must Dig Deeper
The ambition of making Dublin “the most playful and child-friendly city in the world” runs up against the structural inequalities and political choices that ensure much greater opportunities for some than others, writes Andy Storey.
In Ballymun, Lidl Is Planning a Store, 364 Student Beds, Shops, and Offices
Local residents are sceptical, wondering why the old shopping centre can’t be revived instead, and remembering all the false promises they’ve been given in the past.
Some Fear for Future of Iveagh Gardens
Some argue that Iveagh Gardens should remain cloistered and quiet. Others say that making it more accessible would benefit Dubliners and restore it to the original vision.
Christine: Nina Raine’s “Tribes” Challenges Media Stereotypes of Psychosis
The portrayal of psychosis in “Tribes” was sensitive, contextualised and humane. Unfortunately, this is generally not the case.
Renter? You Might Not Be Allowed to Adopt a Pet
Although not all shelters rule out renters, and not all landlords rule out pet owners, in Dublin’s tight rental market, being a pet lover can make things even tougher.
Where Are All the Female Apprentices?
There are 11,000 craft apprentices in Ireland right now but just 29 of those are women, according to government statistics.
Council Briefs: The Old Fish Market and the Liffey Cycle Route
Here’s some of what councillors discussed at their Central Area Committee’s meeting this month.
Women Must Wait: Pushing the Suffragettes Aside
Next year marks 100 years since women got the vote. During the years of debate that led up to that change, many in Ireland argued that there were far more pressing issues to focus on.