As many as 1,325 social homes in Dublin city are at an advanced stage, with planning granted – but now with no clear funding.

The area does get quieter in the evening. But we hope the new place will draw people,” says Florencia Pugliese.

A Dublin Bus hisses down Collins Avenue, past the entrance to the Whitehall Colmcille GAA clubhouse. Women chat over hot ...

Councillors said that they feel the city was just used as the backdrop for a pre-election PR campaign.