The number of mortgages approved in May 2021 is up almost 150 per cent on the same period last year.
New figures from the Banking and Payments Federation show 4,683 mortgages were approved in May of this year, compared to 1,879 in May 2020.
First time buyers accounted for more than half of the total approved loans.
The number approved in May is an increase of 7 per cent on April’s figures.
Sod Turned On Works At New Transport Hub At Bray DART Station
The hub will bring together better facilities for buses and taxis, as well as walking and cycling infrastructure, all connected to the train station.
Funding Announced For Wicklow Farmers After Weather Challenges
Taoiseach Simon Harris today announced additional funding for the tillage sector of €100/ha.
Man Who Beat Ex Girlfriend To Death In Arklow Drops Appeal
Daniel Murtagh, of Melrose Grove, Bawnogue, Clondalkin, Dublin, is serving a life sentence for murdering 30-year-old Nadine Lott in the run up to Christmas 2019.
Wicklow One Of 23 Counties With Less Taxi Licences Compared To Pre Covid Levels
Taxi numbers in Wicklow have declined by almost 14%, according to new figures from the NTA
Wicklow EuroMilllions Players Win Big.
Two Wicklow Euromillions players have won the top prize of €500,000 in less than seven days.
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