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The housing crisis in Ireland is a multifaceted issue, impacting people across urban and rural settings in profoundly different ways. While the "local needs" rules in rural areas are designed to preserve the heritage and community ties of farming families, they inadvertently highlight the stark divide in housing accessibility between urban and rural Ireland. To bridge this divide, we need innovative, balanced approaches that address the unique needs of each area, while ensuring the broader goal of affordable, accessible housing for all.

Ian Croft, a dedicated community leader and long-time resident of Santry, has officially registered as an independent candidate for the Dublin City Council elections in the Artane Whitehall area. With a long history of community involvement and advocacy, Ian is committed to representing the needs and aspirations of his constituents.

Below is the reply from the Minister received 9th August 2023, which is following on from my original correspondence found here - https://www.iancroft.com/articles/1745530_email-to-ministers-mcentee-and-martin-re-securing-irish-borders-to-prevent-illegal-entries-and-safeguard-state-security

My name is Ian Croft, an independent candidate in the upcoming local elections this June. With nearly four decades of residence here, my roots run deep in our community. As a seasoned advocate with extensive experience liaising with Dublin City Council on behalf of residents, I'm committed to transforming our local area through dedicated public service.

Over the last few week a few people have asked me could I find anything out in regards to 1 – 4 Church Lane – The old CAPs factory which has been derelict for many years. I checked the land registry but the purchase has still not been registered. It is a legal requirement to register the title deeds with the Land Registry within 6 months of the purchase, although it can take up to 9 months to appear online.

Update regarding the Swords to Dublin City Centre Bus Corridor Scheme – An Bord Pleanála, the body overseeing planning decisions on the upgrading of Bus Connects, has issued a letter dated January 25, 2024, case reference number ABP-317121-23.

17th Oct 2022

To : marylou.mcdonald@oireachtas.ie (7/7/23)

23/06/2023

Some people have been in touch with me regarding activities at Unit 6, Airway’s Industrial Estate. I have checked the land registry and see that the unit was purchased by Green Urban Logistics Ltd on March 29, 2022. The company’s directors have no apparent affiliation with Royal Goldstein, the lessors of Unit 29. Presently, there is no planning application for Unit 6, with the last application dating back to 2007. Green Urban Logistics has previously worked on industrial sites and successfully converted a site in Naas for their logistics business. It is unlikely that Unit 6 is to be used for purposes other than logistics but changes in the planning law does allow for the material change of use on a unit if emergency accommodation is being provided.

Minister’s Reference: DJE-MO-03710-2023