Mary Lou McDonald accuses housing minister of gaslighting tenants

The Sinn Féin leader said she has 'never seen a government move so slowly or achieve so little'

Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald, said: 'It has never been more difficult for people to rent a home, buy a home or get a council home.'

The housing minister has been accused of gaslighting renters by promising protections while also "telling landlords they can jack up rents".

Mary Lou McDonald said that while young people are leaving the country due to struggles trying to rent and buy homes, the Government is offering little comfort or clarity. While the country is going through a housing and rental emergency, Ms McDonald said she has "never seen a government move so slowly or achieve so little".