Irish Examiner view: Making numbers count on derelict housing

A derelict building on Marlboro St, Cork City. Picture: Dan Linehan

We offer no apology for returning to the subject of Ireland’s derelict homes and sites and the role they can play in ameliorating the housing crisis.

As we have reported throughout our series, the precursor for any meaningful action has to be an accurate and constantly updated register to allow fines or acquisition to take place in a transparent and just manner.