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Breaking News Ireland: New Website Maps 2,700 Derelict Properties Worth €500 Million
A new website lists more than 2,700 derelict homes across Ireland, with estimated potential value exceeding €500 million.
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Breaking News: Website Lists 2,700 Derelict Residential Properties Across Ireland
A new website lists more than 2,700 derelict residential properties across Ireland, with potential housing value of over…
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Dog Waste Funding: Minister Dillon Increases Scheme to €312,000
Ireland’s dog waste infrastructure funding has increased to €312,074.92 after strong demand from local authorities nationwide.
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Breaking News: Derelict Property Tax Faces Fresh Criticism Over Ireland’s Housing Crisis
Ireland’s derelict property tax faces fresh criticism as questions grow over enforcement, renovation barriers and its impact on…
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Breaking News Ireland: State to Phase Out Turnkey Home Purchases for Social Housing
Ireland is reportedly preparing to phase out turnkey purchases for social housing, shifting attention to direct construction and…
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Breaking News Ireland: What Ireland’s Derelict Property Tax Means for Vacant Homes
Ireland’s derelict property tax is designed to bring neglected buildings back into use. Here is how the policy…
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Breaking News: Patrick O’Donovan Addresses Limerick Collapse Reports
Patrick O’Donovan has been linked to a developing collapse incident in Limerick, with key details about the cause…
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Sports Facilities Funding: Community Sport Facilities Fund 2026 Opens New €750,000 Tier
Community Sport Facilities Fund 2026 raises grant limits and introduces a new €750,000 tier for shared multi-sport projects…
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Breaking News Ireland: 311 Stray Horses Seized Across Five Counties in 18 Months
Eight Irish local authorities seized 311 stray horses in 18 months, with the highest numbers reported in Limerick…
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Breaking News Ireland: More Than 300 Stray Horses Seized in 18 Months
More than 300 stray horses were seized by eight local authorities in 18 months, with most cases reported…
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Breaking News Ireland: Social Housing Additions Fall 18.78% as Retrofit Targets Come Under Pressure
Ireland added fewer social homes in 2025, while the national retrofit programme is not moving fast enough to…
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Breaking News: Social Housing Additions Fall 18% as Retrofit Targets Face Pressure
Social housing additions fell 18% last year, while a national assessment warns Ireland may miss its 2030 retrofit…
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EPA Enforcement: Strong Local Authority Environmental Performance in 2025
The EPA reports strong environmental enforcement performance by Irish local authorities in 2025, supporting compliance and community protection.
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Litter Fines Ireland: Minister Dillon announces increased litter fines and €250,000 fund for cleaner communities
Litter fines in Ireland will rise to €250 from September 2026, as Minister Dillon also unveils a €250,000…
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Breaking News Ireland: HAP Rent Pressure Deepens in Dublin and Kildare as Housing Shortage Tightens
Breaking News Ireland: HAP tenants in Dublin and Kildare face growing pressure as rents outpace support limits.
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Ireland Planning Permission Rules Change: What Homeowners Can Now Do Without Approval
Ireland has changed planning permission rules, allowing more minor home works without approval if legal conditions are met.
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Community Centres Funding: Minister Joe O’Brien unveils €5 million boost for local facilities across Ireland
Minister Joe O’Brien has announced €5 million in Community Centres Funding for local facilities across Ireland under the…
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July Stimulus: Department funding under July Stimulus Plan
gov.ie outlined July Stimulus funding for community centres, rural towns and island infrastructure across Ireland.
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Breaking News: Ireland rolls out Local Community Safety Partnerships to replace Joint Policing Committees
Ireland is introducing Local Community Safety Partnerships, replacing Joint Policing Committees with a broader community safety model.
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Breaking News: Ireland’s Shared Mobility Hubs Programme Paused as Transport Plans Face Review
Ireland’s shared mobility hubs programme has been paused, raising questions about transport delivery, local projects and commuter planning.