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@RMcGreevy1301 @KNEECAPCEOL They said 'planet', care to tot up those numbers?

@KNEECAPCEOL Oh yeah?

If anyone on this planet is guilty of terrorism, it is the British state. Don't forget it.

The real reason Spain is trying to exclude Israel from Eurovision: (Image correction)

RTs appreciated - shipment of Gaza Cola now available in Ireland to distribute to sound cafes and bars 🤝🇵🇸

Plan your stylish weekend now @Vision_Irl @ShopPowerscourt @TheClubatGoffs @FLUX_Dublin thegloss.ie/dont-miss-thes…

My graphic illustrates the high number of vacant and derelict properties in Dublin City. It also shows 4,666 entire houses or apartments currently listed for short-term letting on the Airbnb platform, with a total of 18,649 across Ireland. By the way, the red blocks in my graphic represent some of the derelict and vacant sites in Dublin City, while the red houses represent Airbnb short-term rentals. The graphic also highlights a new housing development at Fosterstown Place in Swords where Ryanair purchased 25 out of 28 homes. Ireland's housing system is dysfunctional and not fit for purpose as it fails to deter vulture funds from bulk buying properties that could be homes for individual buyers. On May 20, 2021, the Irish Government introduced a 10% stamp duty on bulk purchases of residential houses. This measure aimed to discourage large-scale acquisitions by investors and vulture funds. This is one of the reasons why the housing system is broken in Ireland. Ryanair cabin crew salaries in Ireland are notably lower than those of their counterparts at other airlines. Their pay ranges from €17,000 to €29,000, depending on flight hours and additional bonuses. The average salary for cabin crew across Ireland is approximately €2,120 per month or €25,400 annually, indicating that Ryanair's pay is about 15% lower than the national average for flight attendants. It's worth mentioning that Michael O'Leary's current salary stands at €1.2 million—about €49,271 per month. His total compensation package could reach up to €4.7 million, depending on performance bonuses. O'Leary's net worth, primarily derived from his shareholding in Ryanair, is estimated at around €700 million. It's no wonder Ryanair staff struggle to afford average rent in Dublin. Last January, the airline purchased 25 out of 28 homes in a new housing development at Fosterstown Place in Swords. Ryanair stated that these properties were acquired to accommodate staff who work at Dublin Airport. However, to make matters worse, 18 of these homes are sitting empty—six months after the developer completed them. Homelessness in Ireland has reached another new record high, with 14,760 people homeless and relying on emergency accommodation, including 4,561 children from 2,133 families, according to the latest figures released by the Department of Housing. The Government failed to meet its social and affordable housing targets by 2,680 homes last year and significantly underestimated the number of houses needed to be built annually by 17,000. It's widely accepted that Ireland requires up to 50,000 additional houses each year; however, the government's "Housing for All" plan only aims to build an average of 33,000. The Housing for All plan, launched by the Irish government in September 2021, is their housing strategy aimed at addressing the country's housing crisis. However, since its implementation, statistics have revealed alarming trends: • Total homelessness increased by 74%, from 8,475 to 14,760. • Homeless adults increased by 66%, from 6,131 to 10,199 . • Homeless children increased by 95%, from 2,344 to 4,561. The 2022 Census shows that the country has 166,752 vacant homes and 66,135 empty holiday homes. Notably, nearly a third of these vacant homes (48,387) have been unoccupied since 2016. Predictably, rent has doubled over the past 13 years and house prices have surged by 55%, marking the fastest growth in any major EU economy. Average rents have soared by 43% compared to pre-Covid levels, with Dublin rents now averaging €2,476. In the capital, a typical three-bed semi-detached home costs €517,333. The average house price in Dublin is rising by €469 per week. To purchase a new home in Dublin priced around €395,000, a first-time buyer typically needs an annual income of at least €77,142 and must also have a minimum deposit of 10%, amounting to around €39,500. This financial barrier helps explain why an estimated 10,600 people left Ireland to live in Australia last year, up from 4,700 the previous year—a staggering 126% increase. This marks the highest level of emigration to Australia since 2013. Currently, vulture funds own 1 in 6 mortgages in the Irish housing market, while cuckoo funds and the State purchase 42% of new homes. This situation has led to a record number of first-time buyers competing for the smallest supply of housing stock in over a decade. Nationally, just over 11,000 homes are available for purchase, a stark contrast to 2012 when 60,000 homes were on the market. A garda and a nurse with a combined salary of €89,000 cannot afford a three-bedroom semi-detached house in greater Dublin. To add to the crisis, the income needed to buy a new home in Dublin is €127,000, which surpasses even a TD's basic salary of €108,987. Consequently, 68% of people in their late 20s still live with their parents, a figure that is nearly 26% higher than the EU average of 42.1%. #Dublin #Ireland #HousingCrisis #DerelictIreland #homeless #Airbnb #GE2024 #Ryanair #HousingForAll

• photos from the launch of Trócaire's "The Eyes of the Storm" exhibition • running in @flux_dublin until Sunday 20th Oct @trocaireonline #trocaire #exhibition #photoexhibition #photographyexhibition #flux #fluxstudios #dublin #ireland #canon #event… instagr.am/p/DBQgyz6vZhJ/

Very excited! Today we launch 'The Eyes of the Storm', a new interactive exhibition about Climate Justice. 2pm @FLUX_Dublin Chatham Row, around the corner from Grafton st. Come hear inspiring speakers & bring your kids for art activities + live music! trocaire.org/news/trocaire-…

📷📢Around Grafton street in Dublin tmrw?📷 Then pop by the launch of new @trocaire climate exhibition - 'The Eyes of the Storm' at @FLUX_Dublin Hear from Rwandan advocate Ineza Grace, view powerful photographs, + music & art activism for kids🌍 trocaire.org/news/trocaire-…

The Eyes of the Storm is a photographic exhibition by Trócaire, celebrating the courage and determination of people on the frontlines of the climate crisis across the world. Public launch takes place on Saturday 12th October 2-3pm @ FLUX D2

"Dublin is a magical place. It’s time for everyone to realise their role in keeping it so. Support local biz over chains, visit the city as much as you can &think of ways to make it better rather than just giving out about it. It is, after all, your city" image.ie/self/weve-holl…

Don't forget @FLUX_Dublin will celebrate their first birthday as FLUX with an exhibition that features creations by studio members. thedigitalhub.com/news/flux-memb… #irishart #irishartist #creativity #community #dublin8 @artscouncil_ie @libertiesdublin @CultureDateD8

.@FLUX_Dublin has an exciting schedule of workshops planned over the coming months includes Stained Glass Classes, Yoga & Meditation, Abstract Painting and more. All workshops take place at Flux’s space at The Digital Hub campus in #Dublin8. fluxdublin.ie/courses #arts #classes

"History teaches us that genocide is a process, not a single act. It starts with [...] the denial of a group's humanity, and ends with its destruction, in all or in part." UN special rapporteur Francesca Albanese accuses Israel of genocidal acts in Gaza. youtube.com/watch?v=epKY2Z…

Saturday March 9th & Sunday March 10th @FLUX_Dublin

Israel has killed over 11,500 Palestinian children in Gaza and the West Bank since October 7th, when 36 Israeli children were killed. It’s impossible to imagine that number. This is what it looks like. A line 5km long. (Location: Bournemouth Beach)

.@FLUX_Dublin are running Life Drawing Sessions in our Digital Court building every Thursday for the month of February. thedigitalhub.com/news/thursday-…

South Africa is presenting its case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) at the Hague accusing the State of Israel of genocide against the Palestinian people in Gaza. You can watch the proceedings live: webtv.un.org/en/schedule I am posting so much more on Instagram.

We’ve 31 hours to raise €34,000 to allow us get a gift for every child in direct provision. Sadly, there’s now a good chance we won’t be able to do it for the first time since we’ve tried. Understandable given money is so tight, but if you can please donate and share 💚🤍🧡

@OtherVoicesLive @cmatbaby @DingleHotel I cried in Harringtons! 🩷

💎 She’s back - Win tickets for CMAT in The Church 💒 @cmatbaby returns to OV this weekend and to celebrate we’re giving away a pair of tickets to see her in The Church plus a night’s accommodation in the lovely @DingleHotel both for Sunday night! To enter just tell us what message CMAT wrote on the chalkboard in Harrington’s last time she was here 🍟 PS - You’ll find the answer on YouTube 👀 Winners will be announced at 10am on Thursday morning. #OV2023