Olivia Kelly
Dublin editor at the Irish Times, reporting on local developments including the Metrolink legal challenge and explaining the judicial review grounds and potential impacts on the project.
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Nov 26, 2025 • 9min
Ireland ‘flying blind’ financially, and a new name for Dublin Airport?
Cliff Taylor, an economy writer for the Irish Times, critiques the government's short-term budgeting approach, highlighting dangers in relying on corporation tax. He discusses the challenges facing the new finance minister over spending control. Olivia Kelly, Dublin editor at the Irish Times, reports on a legal challenge from Ranelagh residents to halt the Metrolink project, citing flaws in heritage assessments, which could lead to project delays. They also touch on the renaming of Dublin Airport and its potential implications.
Oct 3, 2025 • 19min
MetroLink gets the green light: When will it arrive?
Olivia Kelly, Dublin editor at the Irish Times, dives into the exciting approval of the MetroLink, connecting Dublin Airport to the city. She elaborates on the line's extensive history, its 18.8 km mostly-underground route with 16 stops, and the futuristic driverless trains. Kelly highlights potential impacts on housing and public transport, while discussing the intricate planning and possible legal challenges ahead. With construction estimated to start soon and the first rides expected by the mid-2030s, excitement is palpable for this transformative project.
