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Social Democrats education spokesperson Jen Cummins and Cllr Lesley Byrne have today reiterated their support for residents seeking the reinstatement of Phase One of the Oliver Bond regeneration project after a meeting with the Minister for Housing and residents. Deputy Cummins said: “After the meeting with Minister Browne, we welcome the decision to keep Bridgefoot […]

The decision by the Minister for Housing to revoke funding for the regeneration of Oliver Bond flats fails to address the urgent housing needs of residents, according to Social Democrats TD Jen Cummins and Councillor Lesley Byrne. Deputy Cummins, who represents the Dublin South-Central constituency, said: “Residents in Oliver Bond flats have been living for […]

A Social Democrats’ motion calling on Dublin City Council to recognise housing as a fundamental human right was carried last night. The motion, tabled by Cllr Lesley Byrne, outlined a number of actions the council must take to enshrine this principle in all its housing policies and actions. Speaking on the matter, Social Democrats housing […]

A Social Democrats’ motion calling on Dublin City Council to recognise housing as a fundamental human right will be debated by councillors on Monday. The motion, tabled by Cllr Lesley Byrne, outlines a number of actions the council must take to enshrine this principle in all its housing policies and actions. It sets out the […]