dereliction Is a bad definition of "derelict" partly behind the bad dereliction in Dublin? The Department of Finance, with Revenue and the Department of Housing, is looking at a new definition, said a spokesperson. Laoise Neylon Apr 24, 2026
children in care Stark rise in number of children under 12 living in children’s homes Nine of those are in unregistered facilities. Laoise Neylon Apr 24, 2026
Housing Council talks of more contractors for social housing maintenance – but should it hire more staff? As the rent increase kicks in, councillors were briefed at recent meetings on plans for some maintenance in flats across Dublin city. Some asked who’s doing the works. Lois Kapila Apr 24, 2026
City Desk An Imam Tries to Grow His Influence From his base in an industrial estate, Dr Shaykh Umar Al-Qadri is looking to carve out a larger space in the public debate for himself and his Islam. Lois Kapila Jun 10, 2015
