Tag: Housing
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Budget Shock: What a Reeves Government Could Mean for Your Pension, Savings, and Home
Introduction: A Budget That Never Shies Away From Tax Britain is watching a pivotal moment as the political climate heats up around the next Budget. With Chancellor Rachel Reeves signaling a willingness to pursue bold fiscal measures, many households worry about how pensions, savings, homes and inheritances could be affected. While promises from policymakers are…
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Dezeen’s Top Five Houses of October 2025
October’s standout houses: a global snapshot of bold design Dezeen’s monthly review highlights five exceptional houses published in October 2025. Among them, three stand out for their striking windowless façades that redefine how light, privacy, and exterior form interact with the surrounding environment. In addition, an Austin-based accessory dwelling unit (ADU) captures attention with a…
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Mamdani, Cuomo and Sliwa Spar in NYC Mayoral Debate
Three-Way Clash Highlights NYC’s Looming Mayoral Contest New York City’s mayoral race heated up in the first of two televised debates, with Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, former Governor Andrew Cuomo running as an independent, and Republican Curtis Sliwa facing off on critical issues including crime, affordability, housing, and transportation. With less than three weeks until…
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Mamdani, Cuomo and Sliwa clash in first New York mayoral debate
Overview of the debate and its stakes New York City voters got a crowded podium on Thursday night as the city’s three mayoral contenders faced off in the first of two televised debates before Election Day. Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee and current state assemblyman, shared the stage with former governor Andrew Cuomo, running as…
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Neighbors from Hell in Wexford: A Nightmare Next Door
Living Next Door to a Nightmare: An Everyday Fear The phrase “neighbors from hell” is often tossed around to describe late-night disturbances or the occasional dispute over parking. But for one family in Wexford, it has a far more chilling meaning. What began as a quiet, family home on a residential street deteriorated into a…
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Neighbours from Hell: A Wexford resident’s warning about anti-social tenants
Introduction: A Quiet Street Shattered In many towns, the term “neighbours from hell” is tossed around with a shrug. It’s easy to imagine loud music or blocked driveways as the worst a block has to offer. But for one family in County Wexford, the reality has been far more harrowing. What began as a normal…
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Money Diaries: A Chemist on €52K Living in Cork
How a Cork Chemist Manages Money on a €52K Salary Welcome to a behind‑the‑scenes look at everyday finances in Ireland. In this installment of The Journal’s Money Diaries, we meet a 27‑year‑old chemist living in County Cork. Earning a base salary of €52,000 with shift allowances and an annual bonus, she and her partner are…
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Budget 2026 Live: Core Social Welfare Rise, Wages Up, VAT Cuts and Housing Reforms
Overview of Budget 2026: What changed and why it matters Budget 2026 was delivered amid a climate of cost-of-living pressures and a push to relieve households while funding critical public services. The finance minister confirmed significant social and tax measures, including a €10 weekly increase to core social welfare rates and a series of targeted…
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Budget 2026: What’s in the Finance Plan for Social Welfare, Energy and more
Overview of Budget 2026 Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe is due to unveil Budget 2026 amid cautious economic signals. While this year’s package is not being heralded as a game changer, officials stress a measured approach in light of uncertain winds ahead. The announced measures centre on targeted supports for households, a modest uplift in social…
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Tenant yet to hear from Jim Gavin or Fianna Fáil about money owed
Overview The tenant at the center of the Jim Gavin rent payment issue has said they have not heard back from either Fianna Fáil or the former candidate about the €3,300 that was not returned. The Journal has learned that, after contacting Fianna Fáil over the weekend, there has been no subsequent communication from the…