Irish PM considers ending Rent Pressure Zones to boost housing investment, sparking debate on affordability.

Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin is considering ending Rent Pressure Zones (RPZs), introduced in 2016 to limit rent increases in high-demand areas. This shift aims to attract more private investment in housing, acknowledging that the state alone cannot address the housing crisis. Critics fear this move could raise rents and reduce affordable housing options, while landlords see it as a step to revitalize the market. The government will explore new systems to balance tenant protection and investment incentives.

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