Rory Hearne

Pat Davitt, CEO of the Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers, and Dr Rory Hearne, Lecturer in Social Policy at Maynooth University, discuss the impact of rent controls on the housing market. They debate on rent pressure zones, landlords selling properties, government interventions, and the effectiveness of measures like rent controls in protecting low-income tenants and fairness towards landlords.

Dr. Rory Hearne, a housing policy expert, dives deep into Ireland's housing crisis and the pressing issues of homelessness and affordable housing. He critiques the influence of financial entities and government policies that have worsened the situation, particularly for the vulnerable. The discussion contrasts Ireland's market-driven approach with Finland's successful housing-first model. Hearne emphasizes the need for recognizing housing as a human right and calls for community-driven solutions to ensure secure, affordable homes for all.