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NewsHousing & ResidentialESRI Study Links Rented Housing and Socioeconomic Disadvantage to Higher School Absenteeism
A new Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) report reveals that poorer children living in rented accommodation are more likely to miss school, prompting calls for an anti-poverty strategy.
NewsHousing & ResidentialBudget 2027: €20,000 Tax Refund Increase Proposed for First-Time Buyers of New Homes
A €20,000 tax refund hike is being proposed for first-time buyers of new homes under Budget 2027 to help bridge the affordability gap.
NewsEnvironment & ClimateActivists demand publication of delayed 2026 Climate Action Plan
Climate coalition Stop Climate Chaos has urged Minister Darragh O’Brien to publish the delayed 2026 Climate Action Plan, which has still not been released as the year draws to a close.
NewsEnergy, Utilities & RenewablesWexford Solar Panel Owners Warned of Potential Energy Buy-Back Scheme Phase-Out
Solar panel owners in Wexford have been warned that the energy buy-back scheme could be phased out, according to a report by South East Radio.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureMetroLink Costs Brought to Cabinet Significantly Higher Than Previous Estimates
Dublin's proposed MetroLink rail project faces updated cost estimates significantly higher than projections made four years ago, as the proposal goes to Cabinet.
NewsHousing & ResidentialStudy Shows Louth Has Highest Social Housing Delivery in Ireland
A new study reported by The Irish Times reveals that Louth has achieved the highest delivery of social housing in the State.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureMetroLink projected to support 77,000 homes and cost up to €17.5bn
The Cabinet is to be briefed on MetroLink plans, which estimate the 18km railway project will cost up to €17.5 billion and help deliver 77,000 homes.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureCabinet to approve MetroLink move to detailed tender stage
Cabinet ministers are expected to sign off on the detailed procurement phase for Dublin's €14.5bn to €17.5bn MetroLink project, allowing private companies to bid.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureDublin MetroLink secures Cabinet approval
Dublin's MetroLink underground rail project has secured Cabinet approval more than half a century after an underground rail link was first proposed.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureAn Bord Pleanála sets agenda for Carlingford Public Realm CPO hearing
An Bord Pleanála has scheduled the oral hearing agenda for Louth County Council’s proposed compulsory purchase of lands on Greenore Road in Carlingford.
NewsCommercial & RetailBlanchardstown Shopping Centre parking charges approved despite 11,200-signature petition
Parking charges have been approved for Blanchardstown Shopping Centre in Dublin, proceeding despite a petition signed by over 11,000 people.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureDublin Airport carbon budget could be exhausted 16 years early, report warns
A new European airport expansion report warns that Dublin Airport is on course to deplete its carbon budget by 2034 as passenger limits are reviewed.