7 September 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork Business Association Calls for Targeted Actions to Tackle Housing Crisis Calls for targeted tax reform, incentive schemes, planning regulation changes, and long-term housing strategy to address Cork’s housing crisis Cork Business Association (CBA) has called for urgent tax reforms, incentive schemes and a long-term housing strategy, warning... Read More
6 September 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Who do rent increase rules apply to? You and your landlord agree the amount of rent you pay for a property at the start of your tenancy. Your landlord must follow certain rules if they want to raise the rent. These rules are set out in residential tenancies legislation and... Read More
31 August 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie The doors have opened at 1824 @ Clancy’s, a bright and welcoming new gastro pub restaurant that blends modern Irish cooking with the warmth and character of one of Cork’s best-loved venues. Designed with comfort and versatility in mind, the restaurant features a mix of intimate booths and open... Read More
30 August 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie The housing crisis, one of Ireland’s most urgent social and economic challenges, will take center stage in Cork next Friday 5th September as business and political leaders gather to debate practical solutions. The Cork Business Association (CBA) event, Removing the Barriers to Housing Supply – A Solution-Based Approach, takes place... Read More
29 August 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, TD and Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan, TD, have announced financial support schemes to conserve heritage buildings. These schemes are the 2026 Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS) and the Historic Thatched Buildings Stream (HTB).... Read More
26 August 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Property News Dairygold has sold its Creamfields development property to Cairn Homes for €25.6m. Creamfields is the former CMP Dairy site on the intersection of the Kinsale Road and Tramore Roads in Cork City, opposite Musgrave Park which is used as a rugby pitch and for summer concerts.... Read More
17 August 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Do You Really Need a Mortgage Broker? Pros and Cons Explained For most people in Ireland, buying a home is the biggest financial commitment they will ever make. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, moving home, switching mortgages, or investing in property, the mortgage process can be complex and... Read More
30 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Holland Park section and new playground in Marina Park opened in early July to an enthusiastic welcome from the young and young at heart. The new playground includes climbing frames, a log trail, net trail, swings, a swing basket, teepee, and a tunnel, as well as a... Read More
26 July 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Colin Horan is a highly regarded estate agent in Ireland, known for his professionalism, market acumen, and a deep-seated commitment to client satisfaction. Far from treating property deals as mere transactions, Horan places relationships and trust at the core of his business ethos. In a market characterised by... Read More
23 July 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie “More bad news for first-time buyers – Housing market is now rigged against ordinary hardworking people” says Cork TD Michael Collins TD, leader of Independent Ireland, has condemned the Government’s continued failure to address Ireland’s deepening housing crisis, following the publication of new figures showing that the cost... Read More
23 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Oak Fire Pizza known for its wood-fired flavours, is proudly celebrating 10 years in Clonakilty, the flagship location that launched the brand’s journey as Oak Fire Pizza back in 2015. From its Clonakilty launchpad, Oak Fire Pizza has grown into one of Cork’s most recognisable homegrown food brands. Under... Read More
22 July 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The Metropole Hotel on Mac Curtain Street (in the VQ area, previously known as the Victoria Quarter) has officially unveiled a major refurbishment of the 127-year old hotel’s ground floor area and two ballrooms. The project, which took 12 months to complete, has completely transformed the lobby and... Read More