Ireland extends renter’s tax credit to 2028 amid ongoing housing affordability challenges.

Ireland has extended its renter’s tax credit through 2028, offering temporary relief to tenants like Chris Bond in Meath amid persistent housing affordability issues. While welcomed as a stopgap, the measure is seen as insufficient without broader solutions. The 2026 budget includes €1.2 billion for starter homes and €2.9 billion for social housing, but advocates stress that success depends on actual housing delivery, not just funding or tax incentives for developers. Critics call for policies that directly support renters and first-time buyers, emphasizing the need for tangible results in easing the private rental market’s pressure.