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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In Donnybrook, Future of Crumbling Magdalene Laundry Is Uncertain
Last month the property went up for sale as “an exciting and rare opportunity to develop in the heart of Donnybrook”. But some want it preserved as a testament to this horrendous part of Ireland’s social history.
Where Is the Ethiopian Food in Dublin?
You can get most foods in Dublin from the fermented tastes of Korea to the bean puddings of Nigeria. But there is a tragic gap in the city’s restaurant scene: there’s nowhere you can order a platter of fragrant Ethiopian stews. Why?
Brushing Up: Those Stained-Glass Works at Grogan’s Pub
In 1993, Tommy Smith decided to capture the many characters who passed through the doors of Grogan’s. He asked artist Katharine Lamb to create the first of two pieces for the pub’s walls.
Andy: Sadly, We Didn’t Vote for a Fairer Ireland
This was clearly a vote against the governing parties, but it would be wishful thinking to see it as a vote for a fair and equal Ireland, argues UCD political economy lecturer Andy Storey.
Zoë’s Dublin Diary: Literary Salon, HomeBeat Presents, Some Mark Made, and More
Settle in for an evening of literary discussion, descend into a trance-like state through music, or try your hand at a table quiz in support of Dublin Rape Crisis Centre. All in our Dublin listings for the coming week.
Curios About: The Recovery by Emily Mc Gardle
In a series of screenprints resembling newspaper front pages, produced during the election, Emily Mc Gardle sought to highlight “the absurdity of the behaviour of some Irish politicians”.
Needlework by Deirdre Sullivan, Reviewed
Sullivan’s latest young-adult novel doesn’t just tread dark waters, it dives right in. A multilayered mindscape, it pulls the reader deep into the character’s world, writes reviewer Elske Rahill.
For Homeless Families on Mountjoy Street, a Solution in Sight
It looks like the battle by the homeless families trying to avoid eviction from emergency accommodation is coming to a close.
With Adventure Therapy, At-Risk Youth Climb out of Trouble
Hiking, camping and rock climbing lets teens be kids instead of little hardmen, and teaches them life lessons that Willie Whelan hopes will keep them out of jail.
Who’s Been Lobbying Dublin City Council’s Chief Executive?
Apparently, very few of Owen Keegan’s meetings count as lobbying under new legislation designed to bring more transparency to who is influencing our public officials.
Who Replaces Local Councillors Who Move To The Dail?
This year, it looks like six Dublin city councillors will leave City Hall for the glories of the Dáil. So, what’s the process for replacing them?