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Published on 2024-11-28 08:20:30 - Brian Stokes
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  • "Thank God I had my car, I had to sleep in it for the first month," he said, having come to Waterford after unknowingly making agreements with unregistered landlords. "When I came down here to get into my accommodation, there was nothing for me there."

The article from The Irish Times discusses the current political landscape in Ireland as the country approaches a general election. It highlights the strategies and key issues for major parties like Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil, Sinn Féin, the Social Democrats, Labour, the Green Party, and People Before Profit. Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil are focusing on economic stability and housing, while Sinn Féin emphasizes housing and health reforms. The Social Democrats and Labour are pushing for progressive policies on education, health, and workers' rights. The Green Party is advocating for environmental issues, and People Before Profit is campaigning on anti-austerity and social justice themes. Additionally, the article touches on the role of students in the election, with various parties attempting to appeal to younger voters through promises related to education, housing affordability, and climate action.

Read the Full The Irish Times Article at [ https://www.irishtimes.com/politics/2024/11/28/general-election-fine-gael-fianna-fail-sinn-fein-social-democrats-labour-green-party-people-before-profit-campaign-students-latest/ ]

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