Further delay in modular housing scheme in Dublin

Focus Ireland, and other homelessness organisations, have expressed “alarm” at further likely delays in the delivery of modular housing units in the capital, because the initial tender has been withdrawn.

The €20m tender was cancelled by Dublin City Council, due to insufficient applications.

The first tranche of 22 modular homes, in Poppintree, in Ballymun, was supposed to have been completed by Christmas, but work is continuing, with latest indications that they may be finished this month.