Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 7hTech companies generate billions for the Irish exchequer in corporation tax, so they have a considerable amount of power and sway over the Irish government, writes illustrator Harry Burton. "This reminds me of the power and sway the Catholic Church had over previous governments and politicians." 13517
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 8hIn Herzog Park, councillors want to take another look at letting those who really need drive up to the astroturf.dublininquirer.comIn Herzog Park, councillors want to take another look at letting those who really need drive up to the astroturfA local GAA club works with children with additional needs, said one councillor. “They have children with needs that need to be met and the closer they can be dropped off to the pitch, the better.” 111
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 8hThe budget for the new tearoom in Merrion Square shot up, reaching €7.5 million. The council says it'll be open late this year, or early next.dublininquirer.comBudget for tearoom in Merrion Square shot up, reaching €7.5 millionThe council says it'll be open late this year, or early next. 122
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 8hCouncillors backed a proposal to honour "legendary footballer" Ciarán Kilkenny in Dublin 15. "He's a local lad here from Carpenterstown, he's a local schoolteacher," said Fine Gael Councillor Ted Leddy. "A mural or something like that would be very appropriate."dublininquirer.comCouncillors back proposal to honour "legendary footballer" Ciarán Kilkenny in Dublin 15"He's a local lad here from Carpenterstown, he's a local schoolteacher," said Fine Gael Councillor Ted Leddy, who proposed the motion. "A mural or something like that would be very appropriate." 021
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 9hThe projected cost of Dublin District Heating Project has risen to more than €130 million. It would use extra heat from the Poolbeg rubbish incinerator to warm water and send it through pipes underground to keep homes and offices cosy without burning additional fossil fuels.dublininquirer.comProjected cost of Dublin District Heating Project rises to more than €130 millionIt would use extra heat from the Poolbeg rubbish incinerator to warm water and send it through pipes underground, into buildings in the city, to keep homes and offices cosy without burning additional fossil fuels. 0224
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 9hTo counter AI, an illustrator in Balbriggan offers to draw posters for barter. Lauren Fernandes noticed menus and flyers all over with the same sterile look, and thought: what if she could help out small businesses which can't afford creative work, usually?dublininquirer.comTo counter AI, an illustrator in Balbriggan offers to draw posters for barterLauren Fernandes noticed menus and flyers all over with the same sterile look, and thought: what if she could help out small businesses which can't afford creative work, usually? 07725
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 06/10/2026The current Ranelagh post office is set to close, but there's no replacement lined up. An Post has been struggling to find a new contractor in the area, said its spokesperson on Monday. “Even finding a suitable premises has been a huge issue.”dublininquirer.comCurrent Ranelagh post office is set to close, but there's no replacement lined upAn Post has been struggling to find a new contractor in the area, said its spokesperson on Monday. “Even finding a suitable premises has been a huge issue.” 024
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 06/10/2026Questions loom over Department of Justice’s account of long-held policy on citizenship rights of temporary asylum stamps. What actually differs between those fleeing the wars on the edges of Europe in the 1990s, and today?dublininquirer.comQuestions loom over Department of Justice’s account of long-held policy on citizenship rights of temporary asylum stampsWhat actually differs between those fleeing the wars on the edge of Europe in the 1990s, and today? 040
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 05/10/2026Irish National Opera has bought an old church on Abbey Street, to turn it into a performing arts space. The chapel on the ground floor is too small for a theatre “but it's the kind of place where you could have recitals, a piano player or string quartet”.dublininquirer.comIrish National Opera buys old church on Abbey Street, to turn it into a performing arts spaceThe chapel on the ground floor is too small for a theatre “but it's the kind of place where you could have recitals, a piano player or string quartet”, says Diego Fasciati, the executive director. 0201
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 05/10/2026It's time to iron out details for how to allow EV charging across footpaths, councillors agree. Like, what'll be the route to dig up the footpath and lay down a wire?dublininquirer.comTime to iron out details for how to allow EV charging across footpaths, councillors agreeLike, what'll be the route to dig up the footpath and lay down a wire? 060
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 04/10/2026New barriers for some people to access homeless accommodation are set to take effect in coming months. Some experts worry about the impact of the new rules, especially on more vulnerable households, as they await guidance on the details of how they will be implemented.dublininquirer.comNew barriers for some people to access homeless accommodation set to take effect in coming monthsSome experts worry about the impact of the new rules, especially on more vulnerable households, as they await guidance on the details of how they will be implemented. 162
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 04/10/2026The council is looking to host pop-up uses in one of its vacant buildings on Capel Street. Reviving 114 to 116 Capel Street is part of the council’s wider effort to meet recommendations around tackling vacancy made by the Dublin City Taskforce, a council spokesperson said.dublininquirer.comCouncil looks to host pop-up uses in one of its vacant buildings on Capel StreetReviving 114 to 116 Capel Street is part of the council’s wider effort to meet recommendations around tackling vacancy made by the Dublin City Taskforce, a council spokesperson said. 0120
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 04/10/2026The low hiss of Sorcha Richardson’s rustic sound: The musician says her new album, "Draw the Outline", brought her “great solace and peace in writing it. I hope it can do the same for whoever needs it”, writes Dean Van Nguyen.dublininquirer.comDean: The low hiss of Sorcha Richardson’s rustic soundThe musician says her new album, Draw the Outline, brought her “great solace and peace in writing it. I hope it can do the same for whoever needs it.” 071
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 04/10/2026Tusla reported seven companies that run children’s homes to Gardaí over Garda-vetting concerns. “Any organisation that does not rigorously enforce Garda vetting for every adult working with children is failing in its fundamental duty of care," says Terry Dignan, of CRAVA.dublininquirer.comTusla reported seven companies that run children’s homes to Gardaí over Garda-vetting concerns“Any organisation that does not rigorously enforce Garda vetting for every adult working with children is failing in its fundamental duty of care," says Terry Dignan, of the Children's Residential and Aftercare Voluntary Association. 0124
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 03/10/2026To tackle dereliction, the council is pushing to broaden what it includes. Dublin City Council's planning committee backed a motion on Monday to call on the Minister for Housing to broaden the legal definition to include long-term vacancy.dublininquirer.comTo tackle dereliction, the council is pushing to broaden what it includesDublin City Council's planning committee backed a motion on Monday to call on the Minister for Housing to broaden the legal definition to include long-term vacancy. 010
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 03/10/2026Eight years ago, government made it easier to turn old shops and offices into homes. How's it panning out?More than 10 percent of the notified homes turned into, it seems, holiday lets.dublininquirer.comEight years ago, government made it easier to turn old shops and offices into homes. How's it panning out?More than 10 percent of the notified homes turned into, it seems, holiday lets. 0126
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 03/10/2026The council published data on nationalities on social-housing list. "We shouldn't be having a shit fight about who is getting the scraps of our housing system," says one researcher.dublininquirer.comCouncil publishes data on nationalities on social-housing list"We shouldn't be having a shit fight about who is getting the scraps of our housing system," says one researcher. 1147
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 03/10/2026What to do with the horses of Darndale? Grazing in public parks means other uses are being pushed out, and adding momentum to calls for an equine centre and stable club to properly support horse culture in the area.dublininquirer.comWhat to do with the horses of Darndale?Grazing in public parks means other uses are being pushed out, and adding momentum to calls for an equine centre and stable club to properly support horse culture in the area. 0126
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 02/10/2026New barriers for some people to access homeless accommodation are set to take effect in coming months. Some experts worry about the impact of the new rules, especially on more vulnerable households, as they await guidance on the details of how they will be implemented.dublininquirer.comNew barriers for some people to access homeless accommodation set to take effect in coming monthsSome experts worry about the impact of the new rules, especially on more vulnerable households, as they await guidance on the details of how they will be implemented. 185
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 02/10/2026To tackle dereliction, the council is pushing to broaden what it includes. Dublin City Council's planning committee backed a motion on Monday to call on the Minister for Housing to broaden the legal definition to include long-term vacancy.dublininquirer.comTo tackle dereliction, the council is pushing to broaden what it includesDublin City Council's planning committee backed a motion on Monday to call on the Minister for Housing to broaden the legal definition to include long-term vacancy. 021
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 02/10/2026Irish National Opera has bought an old church on Abbey Street, to turn it into a performing arts space. The chapel on the ground floor is too small for a theatre “but it's the kind of place where you could have recitals, a piano player or string quartet”.dublininquirer.comIrish National Opera buys old church on Abbey Street, to turn it into a performing arts spaceThe chapel on the ground floor is too small for a theatre “but it's the kind of place where you could have recitals, a piano player or string quartet”, says Diego Fasciati, the executive director. 16113
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 02/10/2026It's time to iron out details for how to allow EV charging across footpaths, councillors agree. Like, what'll be the route to dig up the footpath and lay down a wire?dublininquirer.comTime to iron out details for how to allow EV charging across footpaths, councillors agreeLike, what'll be the route to dig up the footpath and lay down a wire? 283
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 02/10/2026What to do with the horses of Darndale? Grazing in public parks means other uses are being pushed out, and adding momentum to calls for an equine centre and stable club to properly support horse culture in the area.dublininquirer.comWhat to do with the horses of Darndale?Grazing in public parks means other uses are being pushed out, and adding momentum to calls for an equine centre and stable club to properly support horse culture in the area. 086
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 30/09/2026The low hiss of Sorcha Richardson’s rustic sound: The musician says her new album, "Draw the Outline", brought her “great solace and peace in writing it. I hope it can do the same for whoever needs it”, writes Dean Van Nguyen.dublininquirer.comDean: The low hiss of Sorcha Richardson’s rustic soundThe musician says her new album, Draw the Outline, brought her “great solace and peace in writing it. I hope it can do the same for whoever needs it.” 022
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 30/09/2026The council is looking to host pop-up uses in one of its vacant buildings on Capel Street. Reviving 114 to 116 Capel Street is part of the council’s wider effort to meet recommendations around tackling vacancy made by the Dublin City Taskforce, a council spokesperson said.dublininquirer.comCouncil looks to host pop-up uses in one of its vacant buildings on Capel StreetReviving 114 to 116 Capel Street is part of the council’s wider effort to meet recommendations around tackling vacancy made by the Dublin City Taskforce, a council spokesperson said. 072
Reposted by Dublin InquirerLouise O'Connor @oconnola.bsky.social · 29/09/2026One more reminder about this! I'm having great fun writing questions and putting together physical rounds 365
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 30/09/2026The council published data on nationalities on social-housing list. "We shouldn't be having a shit fight about who is getting the scraps of our housing system," says one researcher.dublininquirer.comCouncil publishes data on nationalities on social-housing list"We shouldn't be having a shit fight about who is getting the scraps of our housing system," says one researcher. 071
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 30/09/2026Questions loom over Department of Justice’s account of long-held policy on citizenship rights of temporary asylum stamps. What actually differs between those fleeing the wars on the edges of Europe in the 1990s, and today?dublininquirer.comQuestions loom over Department of Justice’s account of long-held policy on citizenship rights of temporary asylum stampsWhat actually differs between those fleeing the wars on the edge of Europe in the 1990s, and today? 022
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 30/09/2026Tusla reported seven companies that run children’s homes to Gardaí over Garda-vetting concerns. “Any organisation that does not rigorously enforce Garda vetting for every adult working with children is failing in its fundamental duty of care," says Terry Dignan, of CRAVA.dublininquirer.comTusla reported seven companies that run children’s homes to Gardaí over Garda-vetting concerns“Any organisation that does not rigorously enforce Garda vetting for every adult working with children is failing in its fundamental duty of care," says Terry Dignan, of the Children's Residential and Aftercare Voluntary Association. 0114
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 30/09/2026The current Ranelagh post office is set to close, but there's no replacement lined up. An Post has been struggling to find a new contractor in the area, said its spokesperson on Monday. “Even finding a suitable premises has been a huge issue.”dublininquirer.comCurrent Ranelagh post office is set to close, but there's no replacement lined upAn Post has been struggling to find a new contractor in the area, said its spokesperson on Monday. “Even finding a suitable premises has been a huge issue.” 054
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 30/09/2026Eight years ago, government made it easier to turn old shops and offices into homes. How's it panning out?More than 10 percent of the notified homes turned into, it seems, holiday lets.dublininquirer.comEight years ago, government made it easier to turn old shops and offices into homes. How's it panning out?More than 10 percent of the notified homes turned into, it seems, holiday lets. 02517
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 29/09/2026“Magilligan” is an uneasy prison documentary, with no sign of escape, writes Luke Maxwell. Ross McClean’s new documentary is playing on Saturday as part of the Irish Film Institute’s Documentary Festival 2026.dublininquirer.comLuke: “Magilligan” is an uneasy prison documentary, with no sign of escapeRoss McClean’s new documentary is playing on Saturday as part of the Irish Film Institute’s Documentary Festival 2026. 061
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 29/09/2026Clontarf rugby is honouring members who fell in the Great War, on the club's 150th anniversary. About 38 percent of the club’s adult membership saw active service during that war, and 18 were killed in it, club president Brendan Smith said at an event Wednesday night.dublininquirer.comClontarf rugby honours members who fell in the Great War, on the club's 150th anniversaryAbout 38 percent of the club’s adult membership saw active service during that war, and 18 were killed in it, club president Brendan Smith said at an event Wednesday night. 071
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 28/09/2026A new astroturf pitch is nearly ready in Coolock, but something's missing. "So, unfortunately there was no goals ordered," Derek Farrell, a council manager, told councillors at a meeting this week.dublininquirer.comA new astroturf pitch is nearly ready in Coolock, but something's missing"So, unfortunately there was no goals ordered," Derek Farrell, a council manager, told councillors at a meeting this week. 271
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 28/09/2026The council is working on a new plan for homes at Portland Row, after a proposal that would have eliminated a pitch there was overturned. At a recent meeting, councillors tabled three motions calling on the council to renovate the pitch.dublininquirer.comCouncil working on new plan for homes at Portland Row, after proposal that would have eliminated pitch overturnedAt a recent meeting, councillors tabled three motions calling on the council to renovate the pitch, but council managers said there is no plan to do that at the moment. 040
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 27/09/2026The start of construction at the Guinness Quarter is near, the developer says – as it seeks tweaks to planning permission. Proposed changes include dropping three-bedroom homes, in favour of more smaller ones in the block of future social housing.dublininquirer.comStart of construction at Guinness Quarter is near, says developer – as it seeks tweaks to planning permissionProposed changes include dropping three-bedroom homes, in favour of more smaller ones in the block of future social housing. 320
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 27/09/2026A new network wants to encourage Black and immigrant workers to join trade unions. One of the most pressing issues continues to be the impact of Ireland's work-permit regime, which make it risky for employees to speak out if exploited.dublininquirer.comA new network seeks to encourage Black and immigrant workers to join trade unionsOne of the most pressing issues continues to be the impact of Ireland's work-permit regime, which make it risky for employees to speak out if exploited. 02011
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 27/09/2026The waiting list has grown by almost 80% for addiction treatment at Mountjoy since last year. "I think the public do understand that prison isn't addressing the underlying issues for those people who are committing minor offences."dublininquirer.comWaiting list has grown by almost 80% for addiction treatment at Mountjoy since last year"I think the public do understand that prison isn't addressing the underlying issues for those people who are committing minor offences but can't get the help that they need to stop that cycle." 0114
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 26/09/2026Councillors ask if a proposed gas-fired power plant would serve households, or data centres. Peaking plants like these are needed to replace dirtier coal, gas and peat – and balance out the fluctuating supply from renewables on the grid, says Ireland's climate action plan.dublininquirer.comCouncillors question whether new Fingal gas plant would serve households, or data centresPeaking plants such as these are needed to replace dirtier coal, gas and peat – and balance out the fluctuating supply from renewables on the grid, says Ireland's climate action plan. 083
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 26/09/2026The start of construction at the Guinness Quarter is near, the developer says – as it seeks tweaks to planning permission. Proposed changes include dropping three-bedroom homes, in favour of more smaller ones in the block of future social housing.dublininquirer.comStart of construction at Guinness Quarter is near, says developer – as it seeks tweaks to planning permissionProposed changes include dropping three-bedroom homes, in favour of more smaller ones in the block of future social housing. 010
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 26/09/2026Years after its whitewater rafting plan flop, the council has given itself until 2030 to make new plan for George's Dock. In the meantime, it'll fill it with water, and decorate it with lights this winter, a council manager said at a recent meeting.dublininquirer.comYears after whitewater rafting flop, council gives itself until 2030 to make new plan for George's DockIt'll fill it with water, and decorate it with lights this winter, a council manager said at a recent meeting. But it'll take years to come up with long-term vision. 192
Reposted by Dublin InquirerLuke @lukemaxwell.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Recommend going to see Magilligan this Saturday. Read my review below: 141
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 25/09/2026Clontarf rugby is honouring members who fell in the Great War, on the club's 150th anniversary. About 38 percent of the club’s adult membership saw active service during that war, and 18 were killed in it, club president Brendan Smith said at an event Wednesday night.dublininquirer.comClontarf rugby honours members who fell in the Great War, on the club's 150th anniversaryAbout 38 percent of the club’s adult membership saw active service during that war, and 18 were killed in it, club president Brendan Smith said at an event Wednesday night. 063
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 25/09/2026“Magilligan” is an uneasy prison documentary, with no sign of escape, writes Luke Maxwell. Ross McClean’s new documentary is playing on Saturday as part of the Irish Film Institute’s Documentary Festival 2026.dublininquirer.comLuke: “Magilligan” is an uneasy prison documentary, with no sign of escapeRoss McClean’s new documentary is playing on Saturday as part of the Irish Film Institute’s Documentary Festival 2026. 053
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 25/09/2026A new astroturf pitch is nearly ready in Coolock, but something's missing. "So, unfortunately there was no goals ordered," Derek Farrell, a council manager, told councillors at a meeting this week.dublininquirer.comA new astroturf pitch is nearly ready in Coolock, but something's missing"So, unfortunately there was no goals ordered," Derek Farrell, a council manager, told councillors at a meeting this week. 141
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 25/09/2026The council is working on a new plan for homes at Portland Row, after a proposal that would have eliminated a pitch there was overturned. At a recent meeting, councillors tabled three motions calling on the council to renovate the pitch.dublininquirer.comCouncil working on new plan for homes at Portland Row, after proposal that would have eliminated pitch overturnedAt a recent meeting, councillors tabled three motions calling on the council to renovate the pitch, but council managers said there is no plan to do that at the moment. 132
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 25/09/2026The waiting list has grown by almost 80% for addiction treatment at Mountjoy since last year. "I think the public do understand that prison isn't addressing the underlying issues for those people who are committing minor offences."dublininquirer.comWaiting list has grown by almost 80% for addiction treatment at Mountjoy since last year"I think the public do understand that prison isn't addressing the underlying issues for those people who are committing minor offences but can't get the help that they need to stop that cycle." 01810
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 25/09/2026Years after its whitewater rafting plan flop, the council has given itself until 2030 to make new plan for George's Dock. In the meantime, it'll fill it with water, and decorate it with lights this winter, a council manager said at a recent meeting.dublininquirer.comYears after whitewater rafting flop, council gives itself until 2030 to make new plan for George's DockIt'll fill it with water, and decorate it with lights this winter, a council manager said at a recent meeting. But it'll take years to come up with long-term vision. 051
Dublin Inquirer @dublininquirer.com · 23/09/2026A new network wants to encourage Black and immigrant workers to join trade unions. One of the most pressing issues continues to be the impact of Ireland's work-permit regime, which make it risky for employees to speak out if exploited.dublininquirer.comA new network seeks to encourage Black and immigrant workers to join trade unionsOne of the most pressing issues continues to be the impact of Ireland's work-permit regime, which make it risky for employees to speak out if exploited. 0124