In a recent interview, Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald highlighted the impatience for change among voters, with housing emerging as the top concern. Despite a slight drop in support for Sinn Féin, the party remains neck and neck with Fine Gael in the latest opinion polls. Speculation about an early general election has arisen, but Taoiseach Simon Harris maintains a timeline of early 2025.
McDonald emphasized that the greatest issue facing voters is the housing crisis, not immigration. She criticized the government’s handling of both immigration and housing, promising increased resources for processing asylum applications. McDonald proposed a plan for affordable housing, utilizing State land to construct affordable homes without burdening buyers with high costs.
She stressed the importance of communication and respect with communities, pointing out the need for affordable housing solutions to support Ireland’s workforce and attract international investment. McDonald’s focus on addressing housing challenges reflects Sinn Féin’s commitment to delivering tangible change for voters.