The state paid private landlords more than 528 million euro last year under two social-housing schemes.
They got 382 million euro under the Housing Assistance Payment, and over 145 million under the Rental Accommodation Scheme.
Under both schemes, most of the rent is paid by councils, with the tenant making up the balance.
Fianna Fáil's housing spokesman, Darragh O'Brien, says money is being wasted and could be better spent on actually building social housing units.
Tributes Paid To Former Wicklow GAA Manager Mick O' Dwyer Following His Death Aged 88
Tributes continue to be paid to Mick O'Dwyer - who has died at the age of 88.
Planning Application Lodged To Turn Wicklow Pub Into IPAS Centre
The proposal submitted by Quest Retirement Solutions Ltd seeks permission for a significant change of use, including alterations to both the ground and upper floors of the premises.
Inquest Hears 2 Year Old Girl Died Of Brain Damage Following Choking Incident At Greystones Creche
Lauren Boland’s inquest was held at Dublin District Coroner’s Court this afternoon.
Closure of Herbert Road Junction In Bray Confirmed To Facilitate Bus Corridor
The plans are contained in the Options Selection Report for the N11/M11 Bus Priority Interim Corridor, which was recently presented to members of Bray Municipal District.
Annual Spring Clean Month Arrives Across County Wicklow
Now in its 26th year, An Taisce’s Spring Clean initiative is once again inviting community groups, schools, and resident associations in Wicklow to participate.
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