The Cabinet has agreed a short extension to the ban on rent increases and evictions. Minister for Housing Darragh O'Brien is due to bring a memo to Cabinet on Monday next and is said to be "working with Department officials and the Attorney General on long-term solutions for renters".
Minister O'Brien said, "I have been clear in my desire to see the rent freeze and eviction moratorium extended. However, I am very aware that there are legal implications for doing so." The Minister said he wanted to have legislation "enacted prior to the Dáil recess".
It comes as the Dáil heard that the impact of high rents on people is immense with some having to choose between rent, heat and food.