
Housing: what is on offer in this election campaign?
Inside Politics with Hugh Linehan
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Evolving Housing Policies in Ireland
This chapter examines the historical development and current state of public and social housing policies in Ireland, noting the effects of neoliberalism on investment post-2008. It contrasts the strategies of major political parties as they promote increased state investment in housing, while also discussing the introduction of the cost rental sector for broader access. Additionally, the chapter critiques traditional views on home ownership, advocating for a balance between rental options and market demands.
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