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Heated Dáil Debate Erupts Over Rent Increases and Housing Report
A heated debate erupted in the Dáil over rising rent prices and a new report on housing, leading to sharp exchanges between politicians. The discussion saw accusations of 'sleiveen politics' and a lack of substance.
20 May, 12:46 — 20 May, 13:49
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rte-newsMostly Factual6d ago
'A slíbhín' - Heated Dáil exchanges over rent increases
The Government has been heavily criticised after new figures showed that rent prices rose as reforms came into force on 1 March, with heated exchanges seen in the Dáil this afternoon over the issue.
Read full article →the-journal7d ago
'Sleiveen politics' and 'no substance': Row erupts in the Dáil over report on rent prices
Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy had to interject several times as the Taoiseach clashed with members of the opposition.
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First report: the-journal · 20 May, 12:46|Full coverage: 2 · 1h|Window: 1h
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