Fire service probing risks at 25 rented dwellings

Dublin Fire Brigade is investigating 25 private rental properties specifically reported to the service.

Confirmation came after three rental properties in the capital were exposed by RTÉ Investigates for health and safety risks and overcrowding.

The fire brigade’s convenor Shane McGill, said: “It is clear that the fire risks in cities, in particular, have changed substantially and the fire service needs to respond accordingly.