As the government blocks funding for major social-housing projects, FF and FG councillors point fingers at ministers
As many as 1,325 social homes in Dublin city are at an advanced stage, with planning granted – but now with no clear funding.
Grafton Street
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Behind Random Acts of Kindness on Grafton Street, an Effort to Connect
“We’re all maybe a little bit lonely, we’re struggling a little bit and we’re saying, ‘I’m here as well and I’m the same’,” says Asghar Butt.
If the Council Regulates Sandwich Boards, What Will It Do About Sign Holders?
Several people who hold signs on Grafton Street for a living say they hope proposed new Dublin City Council regulations won’t cost them their jobs.
Will Bewley’s on Grafton Street Ever Reopen?
It was supposed to be closed for maybe six months, for renovation. Fifteen months later, it’s still closed, and the company hasn’t set a date for a grand reopening.
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.
Frank: We Need to Talk About Grafton Street
Even though Grafton Street has been finished for three months, there has been very little comment on whether it’s good, bad or indifferent.