Dublin City Council Reports Rise in Racist Attacks on Vacant Homes Over 18 Months

Dublin City Council has observed a concerning trend over the past 18 months: an increase in racist attacks targeting vacant council houses. These acts of criminal damage typically occur just before new tenants are scheduled to move in, with incidents ranging from racist graffiti to rendering properties uninhabitable.

Conor Lally, crime and security editor for The Irish Times, provides insight into the surge in these attacks and the responses from local communities. The issue raises questions about the locations of these incidents and potential preventative measures.

This report is presented by Bernice Harrison and produced by Suzanne Brennan.