Unpacking Ireland's Housing Crisis

This chapter explores the intricate landscape of the housing crisis in Ireland, focusing on the challenges opposition parties face and how private interests complicate the discourse. It critiques current government policies, particularly the reliance on market principles over comprehensive public solutions, and highlights the urgent need for genuinely affordable housing. The discussion also delves into the socio-political complexities surrounding housing, including dereliction, eviction rates, and the political will necessary for meaningful reform.