Docklands could cost taxpayer millions

LAX management and favourable treatment for property developers has compromised the legal status of high-profile buildings in Dublin’s docklands and exposed taxpayers to millions of euro in losses.

Three leaked draft reports into the operation of the Dublin Docklands Development Authority (DDDA) found widespread problems and potentially costly legacy issues from poor governance and unchecked conflicts of interest.

The reports looked at financial functions of the DDDA and its planning structure and functions.