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Latest news on County Dublin, providing coverage of Dublin City, Dún Laoghaire, Fingal, South Dublin, local government, transport, business and community news from Ireland's capital region.
County Dublin, encompassing Dublin City and the local authority areas of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, Fingal, and South Dublin, is Ireland's most populous county with over 1.45 million residents. As home to the nation's capital, it serves as Ireland's primary economic, cultural, and transportation hub.
The region faces ongoing challenges with housing affordability and supply, with average house prices exceeding €425,000. Dublin's transport infrastructure continues to evolve, with the MetroLink project and BusConnects programme reshaping public transit. Environmental initiatives focus on achieving carbon neutrality, while local authorities work to balance development with preservation.
Dublin's vibrant cultural scene spans traditional and contemporary offerings, from the historic Temple Bar district to modern festivals like Body & Soul. The county's sporting tradition remains strong through GAA clubs, Leinster Rugby, and League of Ireland football teams. Community initiatives across all four local authority areas promote social cohesion and civic engagement.
The county's rich history dates to its Viking foundation in 841, through its role as centre of British rule in Ireland, to the Easter Rising of 1916. Modern Dublin emerged as a European tech hub, hosting headquarters for global technology firms while maintaining its historical character through protected structures and cultural heritage sites.
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