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There has been an alarming increase in the number of applications to Kilkenny Local Authorities in search of social housing with the total number of approved applications at 2,220, as of October 8 this year.

With the housing waiting list rising to almost 4,000, the ‘housing crisis’ in Galway has reached such a pitch that councillors will hold a special meeting next month dedicated solely to the issue.

Any plans to cut Child Benefit in the December budget are being strongly opposed by children’s rights groups and public representatives.

As the month of September approaches, Cllr Andrew McGuinness is reminding families who may be eligible for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance that they still have time to apply for the scheme.

The vandalism and theft of boilers causing more than €100,000 worth of damage at a Galway City Council-owned housing estate has been described as “appalling” by local TD Michael D Higgins.

Sinn Fein councillor Therese Ruane has condemned proposed cuts to rent supplement for those living on social welfare.

Sinn Féin Councillor, Kathleen Funchion has accused the government of bailing out private landlords while closing revenue streams for local authorities.

Yvonne Mullaney executive sales and lettings has recently moved from Salthill to new offices on the third floor at Dockgate House, Merchants Road, Galway. Mobile and landline numbers remain the same. The website is www.propertiesgalway.com and you can email the company at [email protected]

The local authority housing list has grown to 2,657 people this year, as demand for housing has increased dramatically over the past two years. Two-bed units are most in demand in Kilkenny

The Galway City Council is selling affordable homes in four developments on the east and west sides of the city.