Stephen McNeice

A Sinn Féin TD has raised concerns that some landlords could use retrofitting as a way of dodging rules around rent hikes. Earlier this month, the Government announced a major retrofitting scheme aimed at slashing the price of home energy upgrades. The €8bn scheme will run until 2030, with homeowners able to get grants of up to €25,000 for a deep retrofit. Funding will also be provided for homeowners who want to do smaller upgrades or a series of upgrades over time.

People who aren't religious or no longer practice religion are being urged to select the 'no religion' option in the upcoming census. Census 2022 takes place on April 3rd, after being delayed for a year due to the pandemic. Enumerators are set to start delivering census forms to households next month before census night.