The state paid private landlords more than 528 million euro last year under two social-housing schemes.
They got 382 million euro under the Housing Assistance Payment, and over 145 million under the Rental Accommodation Scheme.
Under both schemes, most of the rent is paid by councils, with the tenant making up the balance.
Fianna Fáil's housing spokesman, Darragh O'Brien, says money is being wasted and could be better spent on actually building social housing units.
Lidl Renames Its Boghall Road Outlet 'The Katie Taylor Lidl Store'
Katie Taylor Embellished By Local Bray Mural Reveal
Irish Water Complete Mains Upgrades To Improve Output And Quality In Glenealy & Bray
From the first cuppa of the morning to keeping the shops and community halls ticking over, Wicklow homes and businesses are set for a steadier, more dependable supply.
Wicklow Carers Urged To Have Their Say Ahead Of Budget 2027
There's an urgency to get carers to engage their local TDs and senators to have a greater understanding of the realities of caring for a loved one
Suspended Bray GP Before The High Court Tomorrow
Dr Regine Grah was suspended earlier this month, following an urgent application by the Medical Council
Young Wicklow Readers Celebrated at Ballywaltrim Library
The Summer Stars signed up more readers than ever before.
7:00am - 10:00am
Saturday Breakfast
10:00am - 2:00pm
More Music Weekend
Light rain
High: 21°C | Low: 15°C
Heavy rain shower
High: 21°C | Low: 15°C
Light rain shower
High: 23°C | Low: 14°C
Light rain shower
High: 22°C | Low: 14°C
Light rain shower
High: 22°C | Low: 15°C
