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Councillors: Gardai Lack Resources to Respond to Crimes
It’s a rare cross-party consensus: councillors say it’s often taking Garda too long to respond.
Is It Time to Tear Down Trinity’s Walls?
Walled or fenced “super blocks” like Trinity College, Dublin Castle and Leinster House are obstacles to pedestrians and cyclists trying to get around the city.
Council Debates How to Build Housing on Vacant Lands
Dublin City Council is set to discuss options today for working with private players to build homes on several council-owned plots. Councillors are wary of public-private partnerships and intent on construction of social and affordable housing.
From Brazil, Golden-Brown “Pastels”
Daniel Campos came to Ireland five years ago, and has opened what’s being touted as the first pasteleria in Dublin, serving sweet and savoury stuffed Brazilian pastries.
With Cycling Officer, Dublin Cyclists Are Set To Get An Advocate
After a hiatus of a few years, the city has brought back the post of cycling officer. It’s a good time for it.
A Boy in Ballyfermot, a Celebrity Priest in Ghana
Father Andrew Campbell grew up in Dublin and then went to Ghana to serve. Now he’s listed among the 100 most influential Ghanaians, and calls Accra home.
In Drumcondra, Dublin’s Doughnuts Are Being Reinvented
The Dublin Doughnut Company offers tens of flavours from Strawberry Eton Mess to Salted Caramel. We’re a long way from pink icing and jam.
Andy: Ryanair, and Dublin’s Role in Undermining Labour Rights
Dublin is a key hub in a web of labour-undermining schemes. It functions as a crucial “flying column” attacking labour and servicing capital in the EU.
Roe: Did He Fake It? And How Many Is Too Many?
Columnist Roe McDermott takes questions from one woman who is worried that her guy faked an orgasm, and another who wonders how many partners is too many.
Thomas: Zebra Crossings Are the Answer
Why doesn’t Dublin have more zebra crossings? Is it because planners here have a fundamentally pessimistic view of human behaviour?
Brushing Up: The Tale of Oeyama by Anonymous
On display at the Chester Beatty Library after years of restoration, the Tale of Oeyama scrolls offer grisly colourful paintings and delicate calligraphy.
At Lunch With… Councillor Cieran Perry
Deputy Lord Mayor Cieran Perry talks about his involvement in the 1990s anti-drug movement and how the government needs to move faster on homelessness.