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NewsHousing & ResidentialBudget Proposal Seeks €20,000 Rent-a-Room Tax-Free Limit for Multi-Room Lettings
A new budget proposal aims to raise the Rent-a-Room tax-free threshold to €20,000 for homeowners letting multiple rooms, targeting empty nesters and student housing.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureCIF targets data centre expansion following lifting of government moratorium
The Construction Industry Federation is pushing to make data centre development a key focus area for Irish builders following the lifting of a government moratorium.
NewsHousing & ResidentialDáil to debate proposed remediation scheme for social housing with defective blocks
A proposed scheme to repair social homes damaged by defective concrete blocks is scheduled for debate in the Dáil.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureBuilders Prepare for Data Centre Expansion as Home Construction Slows
Irish builders are preparing to expand data centre development while future residential construction projects face a temporary blip.
NewsHousing & ResidentialTaoiseach Confirms Increase to Renters’ Tax Credit in Upcoming Budget
The Taoiseach has announced that the renters’ tax credit will be increased in the upcoming government budget.
NewsHeritage & ConservationLoughcrew passage tomb cemetery seriously vandalised
Significant damage has been caused to the ancient Loughcrew passage tomb cemetery in County Meath by blunt force and graffiti, sparking an investigation by Gardaí.
NewsHousing & ResidentialUCC Urges Landlords to Lower Rents as Rooms Go Unfilled
University College Cork has called on landlords to reduce rental prices, warning that vacant rooms are costing property owners financially.
NewsEnergy, Utilities & RenewablesSolar Energy Generation Rises Close to 60% Over Summer
Solar energy generation in Ireland rose by close to 60% over the summer, with August setting fresh records, according to figures from Engineers Ireland.
NewsHousing & ResidentialCIF Warns Apprenticeships Are Essential for Future Housing Delivery
The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) has warned that securing immediate commitments to apprenticeships is key to meeting Ireland's future housing needs.
NewsCommercial & RetailNine in ten building materials firms anticipate late winter payments
A high proportion of building materials suppliers are concerned about late payments from customers during the upcoming winter months.
NewsHousing & ResidentialSurvey: Seven in Ten Young People Consider Emigrating Due to Housing and Low Pay
A survey by the National Youth Council of Ireland has revealed that 70% of young people are considering emigration due to housing difficulties and low pay.
NewsEnergy, Utilities & RenewablesSeven in 10 Irish businesses delay major energy decisions over cost concerns
A report by Rory McGinn reveals that seven in 10 Irish businesses are pausing major energy decisions due to high costs and market uncertainty.