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The Irish Times front page highlights significant domestic issues including the lengthy time it takes to build a home, projected cost increases for the MetroLink project, and a report on crime gangs using disguises for cocaine trafficking. Other prominent stories include a look at Budget 2027…
A new report indicates that the process of building a home in Ireland has extended to approximately four years, with a dysfunctional planning system being cited as the primary cause of this drastic slowdown.
The cost of the MetroLink project is now estimated to reach €17.5 billion, attributed to rising inflation and alterations in design, as reported by Eoin Burke-Kennedy.
Forensic Science Ireland is engaged in an 'arms race' with organized crime, as gangs are reportedly using various disguises, including coal, paper, and treacle, to conceal cocaine.
This article provides an overview of the current information available regarding the upcoming Budget 2027.
The article suggests that the current economic climate makes it an opportune moment for individuals to reassess their mortgage arrangements.
This personal story explores feelings of failure in a career that was once considered a dream job.
This opinion piece argues that citizenship by descent is not inherently racist and that language tests are a logical requirement.
An opinion piece by Michael McDowell suggests that Europe is transitioning into a new era, with potential negative consequences for Ireland's position.
This podcast episode discusses disguised cocaine, the escalating costs of the MetroLink project, and the Dáil's return from its summer recess.
