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City Desk

Ballymun and Finglas to get the least council investment in projects in the coming years

The area has been allocated just 2 percent of the pot of capital funding – not including housing – over the next three years.

Lois Kapila Apr 15, 2026

road safety

Council should look, again, at London-style system to force companies to use safer trucks in the city, councillors urge

The death of Johnny Santos Xavier De Abreu while cycling in the city recently was a reminder of the risk posed by heavy goods vehicles, a motion said.

Sam Tranum Apr 15, 2026

immigrant life

A woman and her child signed up for “voluntary return” – a homeless shelter in Mauritius was their option

She and her young son sought asylum in Ireland. But besides a brief victory at the court, their case has passed through a carousel of rejections.

Shamim Malekmian Apr 15, 2026

Ballymun and Finglas to get the least council investment in projects in the coming years

Council should look, again, at London-style system to force companies to use safer trucks in the city, councillors urge

A woman and her child signed up for “voluntary return” – a homeless shelter in Mauritius was their option

Those with disabilities face fewer, but still some, hurdles to voting this election