Letters to the Editor: The irony of Irish citizenship 

Ireland grants citizenship, but cannot provide the basic foundation of a stable life — a home

'Despite having a job and citizenship, I cannot find affordable housing to maintain a relationship with my children. The numbers tell a devastating story: Average rent in the Republic is now €2,053, while in Belfast it’s just €1,200'. File picture Gerard Mccarthy/GMC

On September 16, I proudly became an Irish citizen. One week later, I wrote to the Government and my local TDs about the housing crisis forcing me to consider leaving the country I just swore loyalty to.

I received only automated responses with protocol numbers.