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New Collaboration Partnership with Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Recently, staff from Tuath’s Customer Engagement, Sustainability, Housing and Sustainment management team visited the Habitat ReStore in Glasnevin, where we met with Niall McConkey, Retore Impact Manager to discuss how Tuath and ReStore could work together.

This new collaboration with Habitat for Humanity Ireland and their social enterprise ReStore, is a partnership that has real potential to benefit our residents, strengthen our sustainability efforts and reduce waste.

What ReStore Offers

ReStore accepts a wide range of surplus building materials, fixtures, appliances, flooring, lighting and furniture from both home and office settings. This includes items such as timber, tiles, tools, kitchen units, white‑goods, carpets, lighting, paint and good‑quality furniture. These materials are then made available at affordable prices to individuals and community groups, helping to reduce waste and support those who need it most. By giving these items a second life, fewer materials end up in landfill, supporting both our sustainability goals and the wider community.

Why This Partnership Matters

A collaboration with ReStore aligns strongly with Tuath’s sustainability, sustainment and customer engagement goals and offers practical support for residents who may be setting up or maintaining their homes.

There are currently Habitat ReStores open in Glasnevin, Drogheda, Belfast, Lisburn, Ballymena, Newry, Newtownards and Lisnagelvin, with plans to open a new store in Athlone later this year.

Tuath Housing ramps up investment in new homes as it marks 2,000th Cost Rental delivery

Tuath Housing today revealed it invested €865 million in the acquisition and construction of new homes during 2025, as it called for continued large-scale delivery of social and affordable housing.

Tuath, Ireland’s largest Approved Housing Body, delivered 2,268 homes during 2025, bringing the total number of homes under its management to approximately 18,000 and housing around 42,000 people nationwide.

Tuath today launched its 2025 Annual Report as it officially opened the Coolevally development in Shankill, Dublin, in the presence of Cllr Barry Saul, Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD.

The report highlights continuing demand for affordable housing, particularly among households above social housing income thresholds but unable to afford private rents.

Tuath recently surpassed 2,000 Cost Rental homes nationwide, becoming the leading provider of Cost Rental housing in Ireland. The milestone reflects the rapid growth of the tenure and its increasing importance in providing secure, long-term rental homes for working households who are often caught between social housing eligibility and the private rental market.

The organisation said secure affordable rental housing can also support wider housing supply by helping unlock mixed-tenure developments and easing pressure within the private rental market.

New homes in a mixed-tenure community

The Coolevally development in Shankill, where the report was launched, includes 198 one and two-bedroom apartments, comprising 104 Cost Rental homes provided in April 2026 and 94 social homes provided in late 2025. Tuath experienced significant demand for the Cost Rental homes at Coolevally, with 4,237 applications for the 104 apartments.

Coolevally has been provided by Tuath in partnership with Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and Cairn. This delivery was supported by funding from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, the Housing Agency and the Housing Finance Agency.

It marks another milestone in the relationship between Tuath and Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, with the Housing Body now managing over 770 homes in this local authority area, and with over 420 homes scheduled in their joint delivery pipeline.

“The sector must continue to evolve”

Sean O’Connor, Chief Executive of Tuath Housing, said: “The ongoing focus on increasing the delivery of new homes is right and proper and must be accompanied by a laser focus on reducing the cost of production and the cost of new homes; thereby improving affordability across all tenures.

“The support and funding model developed by Government, the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, the Housing Agency and Housing Finance Agency has been critical in enabling Approved Housing Bodies to scale delivery nationally.

“If we are to continue delivering homes at the level required, the sector must continue to evolve with a strong focus on long-term financial sustainability, efficient delivery and reducing construction costs across the system.

“There is also an opportunity for greater collaboration and consolidation within the Approved Housing Body sector to strengthen delivery capacity, improve efficiency and support the long-term sustainability of the sector overall.”

Speaking at the launch, Cllr Barry Saul, Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council said: “Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is proud to partner with Tuath Housing on developments like Coolevally in Shankill, which are delivering high-quality homes for our communities. This significant level of investment highlights what can be achieved through strong collaboration and a shared commitment to addressing housing need. As demand continues to grow, it is essential that we support models such as Cost Rental and scale up delivery to ensure more people can access secure, affordable homes in our county.”

Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD said; “This Government is delivering an unprecedented level of new social and affordable housing, with Approved Housing Bodies like Tuath playing a vital role as key delivery partners. This development here in Shankill is an excellent example of that partnership in action.Through the Housing Action Plan, Delivering Homes, Building Communities, we are making a record investment to provide 90,000 affordable housing supports and deliver 72,000 social homes, while working towards ending homelessness by 2030.

“Supporting Approved Housing Bodies is central to achieving these ambitious targets. We are committed to strengthening their capacity, delivery capability and specialist expertise so they can operate at scale. By empowering AHBs to grow and deliver, we can accelerate homebuilding and create lasting, positive change for people and communities across the country.”

Michael Stanley, Chief Executive Officer of Cairn, said: “We are proud to have partnered with Tuath Housing and Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council to deliver almost 200 homes for over 500 new residents at Coolevally in Shankill. This is a development that will make a real difference, giving more people access to high quality, affordable homes in a well-connected location, just a short walk from Shankill DART station. Coolevally has been thoughtfully planned to support everyday living, with shared amenity space and landscaped outdoor areas that help create a strong sense of community.”

Read Tuath’s Annual Report 2025 here: 0589_Tuath Housing Annual Report 2025.indd

Tuath launches Resident Engagement Strategy 2026–2029

Tuath Housing has officially launched its Resident Engagement Strategy 2026–2029, with three simultaneous events taking place in Dublin, Navan and Cork.

The strategy was formally launched by Board Chair Richard Pike, who emphasised the central role of resident voice in shaping Tuath’s work:

“This strategy is grounded in a simple but powerful belief: the voices of our residents matter.”

Speaking at the launch, Chief Operations Officer and Deputy CEO Bronagh D’Arcy highlighted the significance of the strategy as a reflection of both organisational priorities and the voices of residents:

“This strategy reflects not only our organisational priorities, but the voices, experiences and insights of our residents.”

DeVerdon Place, Malahide Rd, Dublin

Developed through extensive engagement, the strategy was co-written by residents and staff, supported by a national consultation survey completed by over 2,300 households. A dedicated Strategy Writing Group met multiple times over the past year to ensure resident perspectives were embedded throughout.

The strategy builds on the achievements of Tuath’s first Tenant Engagement Strategy (2022–2025), during which nearly all objectives were completed or progressed, alongside key initiatives such as resident feedback panels, community partnerships, and the establishment of the Tuath Foundation.

Metges Pl, Navan, Co. Meath

Over the next three years, Tuath will focus on three core priorities:

Communicate: Deliver clear, accessible and transparent communication, including a “You said, we did” approach
Involve: Provide meaningful opportunities for residents to influence decision-making
Empower: Support resident leadership, skills development and inclusive participation across communities

Springville House, Ballintemple, Co. Cork

With over 17,500 homes and 40,000 residents nationwide, the strategy sets out a structured approach to engagement through Customer and Community frameworks, alongside strengthened governance, performance reporting, and the development of a new Resident Voice and Engagement Panel.

The launch also acknowledged the vital contributions of residents and staff who helped shape the strategy.

This new strategy reinforces Tuath’s commitment to working in partnership with residents to deliver high-quality housing services and to support strong, connected communities across Ireland.

You can read Tuath’s Resident Engagement Strategy 2026–2029, click here:

Results published for Quarter 1 Tenant Satisfaction Survey

The results of a survey carried out during quarter 1 of 2026 have just been published, detailing residents’ experiences of how Tuath delivers key services and maintains its homes.

The survey reveals that almost nine out of ten residents are satisfied with the overall quality of their home (90%) and that over eight out of ten residents (85%) are satisfied with the overall service provided by Tuath Housing.

Carrying out this survey is just part of the work Tuath Housing does to involve residents in developing services. As well as publishing the results of the survey, Tuath Housing plans to put the findings to good use by working with residents to further improve the services provided to them.

Please click on the image below to view the Tuath Housing Resident Satisfaction Survey Q4 2025.

Tuath Foundation delivers over €4 in social value for every €1 invested, new report shows

Pictured at the launch of the Tuath Foundation Social Value Analysis Report today were Funding Recipients, from left, Leeza Kane, Karen O’Mahoney, Mary Potts, Christina Byrne and Rachel Mulhall.

A funding initiative for social housing residents and community groups has delivered more than €4 in social value for every €1 invested in its first year, a new report shows.

The Tuath Foundation was established in April 2025 to enhance quality of life and encourage social inclusion and community-building for residents of Tuath Housing, Ireland’s largest Approved Housing Body. The Foundation’s performance across the five funding streams was independently evaluated by Rose Regeneration, an evaluation consultant supporting voluntary and community organisations, using internationally accredited Social Return on Investment methodology.

The analysis found consistently strong returns across all programmes, demonstrating the Foundation’s significant benefits generated for residents and communities during its first year.

Key findings:

The Digital Support Fund delivered €4.46 in social value for every €1 invested
The Community Fund delivered €4.29 for every €1 invested
The Climate Action Fund delivered €4.17 for every €1 invested
The New Horizons Education Bursary delivered €4.12 for every €1 invested
The Social Inclusion and Diversity Fund is forecast to deliver €4.15 for every €1 invested

Social value is the quantifiable positive impact an initiative or organisation has on society beyond its financial bottom line. Overall, the report demonstrates a strong return on investment, with the Foundation contributing to improved wellbeing, reduced social isolation, increased skills and employment opportunities and stronger, more connected communities.

“People and communities thrive when you invest in them”

Speaking at the launch of the report, Tuath Foundation Chair Prof Paddy Gray said: “It could not be more clear; people and communities thrive when you invest in them. This report demonstrates the real impact of the Tuath Foundation in the year since its launch, both in financial terms and through the stories from our residents right across the country. We are proud to see such strong social value being delivered and remain committed to building brighter futures for our residents.”

Among those who shared their stories at the event was Tuath resident Leeza Kane, who worked with neighbours at Aldborough Manor and Hawkins Wood in Greystones, Co. Wicklow to set up a community garden. Their project was supported by the Foundation’s Climate Action Fund.

“I have loved getting outdoors, getting my hands dirty and learning how to grow vegetables. It’s also been a great opportunity to get to know people locally, so the social benefit is significant. Climate and sustainability are big issues for us all, so it’s been wonderful to have the support of the Tuath Foundation on this project.”

Tuath Foundation funding is open to Tuath residents, residents’ groups, community organisations, and voluntary groups. Applications for the various funds will open at different intervals throughout the year. Residents and community groups can find more information and apply via the Tuath Housing website at www.tuathhousing.ie.

Click below to read the SROI report:

Mayor of Drogheda officially opens new play area at Rampart Green

The Mayor of Drogheda has cut the ribbon on a new community play area at Rampart Green the town. North and East Housing Association (NEHA) and Tuath Housing officially opened the new community amenity on Wednesday 8 April in the presence of Mayor Michelle Hall, invited guests and local residents.

The project was shaped directly by residents of Rampart Green, a mixed community of more than 100 homes owned by Tuath Housing and NEHA. Through surveys and in person engagement, families highlighted the need for safe play areas, goal posts, sensory play features, accessible seating, and improved planting. These priorities informed the final design, which includes new play equipment, two goal posts, sensory elements, wheelchair accessible picnic tables, standard benches, and enhanced landscaping. KOMPAN carried out the installation of the play equipment and will provide ongoing safety checks, ensuring the facility is maintained to a high standard for families in Rampart Green.

The works followed a formal tender process issued in 2025 that required inclusive design, age-appropriate play equipment, landscaping, surfacing, and accessible installation on the existing communal green. Planning permission was granted for the playground, goal posts, and associated site works, confirming the legal ownership of the green and completion of required public notices.

Building community spirit

The development was supported by the Housing Finance Agency’s Social Investment Fund, with a combined investment of approximately €30,000 from the Fund and the partner organisations. North and East Housing and Tuath Housing also contributed additional enhancement works to complete the facility.

Elaine Bruton, Tenant Services & Engagement Manager NEHA shares: “By working closely with residents and with our partners in Tuath Housing, we have been able to deliver a play area that improves safety, supports inclusion, and strengthens the sense of community on the green. We are delighted to see this space being opened and we look forward to seeing children and families enjoy it for many years to come.”

Bronagh D’Arcy, Deputy Chief Executive, Tuath Housing, said: “We at Tuath are very grateful to our partners at NEHA and to the Housing Finance Agency, without whom this new play area wouldn’t have been built. We wish the local residents many happy days using this amenity.”

Results published for Quarter 4 Tenant Satisfaction Survey

The results of a survey carried out during quarter 4 of 2025 have just been published, detailing residents’ experiences of how Tuath delivers key services and maintains its homes.

The survey reveals that nine out of ten residents are satisfied with the overall quality of their home (90%) and that almost nine out of ten residents (87%) are satisfied with the overall service provided by Tuath Housing.

Please click on the image below to view the Tuath Housing Resident Satisfaction Survey Q4 2025.

Applications Now Open for Tuath’s Social Inclusion & Diversity Fund

tuath foundation logo

Recognising Ireland’s diverse communities, Tuath’s Social Inclusion & Diversity fund is community fund supporting cultural events, training, and programmes that promote integration, understanding, and inclusivity among residents.

Who Can Apply & What We Fund

We welcome proposals from specialist organisations or service providers with recognised expertise in social inclusion and diversity. Applicants must have a proven track record in delivering equality, diversity, or inclusion initiatives and must clearly demonstrate active involvement of Tuath Housing residents in their projects.

Eligible projects may include:

Training programmes, skills development, capacity building, or educational workshops
Cultural programmes, awareness events, or collaborative projects that promote equality and understanding
Research initiatives, national or community-based projects that strengthen inclusion
Youth engagement and activities that empower underrepresented or marginalised groups
Other innovative ideas that celebrate diversity and foster community participation

Projects should:

Foster inclusion, celebrate diversity, and promote participation by Tuath residents
Empower underrepresented groups and support equitable access to opportunities
Deliver clear outcomes, measurable social impact, and value for money

💰 Funding of up to €5,000 per project is available.

Please use the application link below to submit your proposal:

Application Link

Application Close 14th November, 2025.

Resources:

Tuath Housing launches three new community spaces across Leinster

Tuath Housing is delighted to have recently launched three new community spaces for residents across Meath, Louth and Dublin.

On 25th September, Tuath officially opened the Lovett House Community Room in Donnybrook, Dublin 4. This new community space now serves as a vibrant hub for residents of the 38 apartments in this development to hold cultural events, workshops and educational programmes. Residents of all ages enjoyed refreshments at the launch event, taking the opportunity to peruse the new library and television set while connecting with neighbours and making plans for future community initiatives. This exciting initiative was made possible with thanks to the Department of Rural and Community Development, the local Community Development Committee and Pearse Street library.

On Tuesday 29th October, the newly refurbished Metges Road Community Room was officially launched in Navan, Co. Meath. Made possible through the generosity of developer Lydon who have gifted this space to Tuath, and through funding from Tuath Housing, this space is intended for use by residents of nearby Knightsbrook, Dunville House and Metges Road. On the day, Cllr Eddie Fennessy, Mayor of Navan, and Niall Duffy, a Housing Manager with Tuath, shared a few words to celebrate this opening. Cllr Fennessy noted the space “is a much-needed amenity for a large and growing number of residents in the Johnstown area.” Residents and Tuath staff were joined by representatives from the local Community Gardaí who spoke about their role in the area, while a representative from Louth Meath Education and Training Board (LMETB) highlighted the available range of academic and hobby-based courses for local residents. A children’s entertainer while a children’s entertainer painted faces, made balloons and played music.

On Wednesday 30th October, residents at Rampart’s Green, Drogheda celebrated the awarding of € 30,000 from the Housing Finance Agency Social Investment Fund. The event provided residents with an opportunity to imagine how the large outdoor space in the estate will be transformed into a play and seated area with a sensory garden.. The funding will be awarded to North and East Housing Association (NEHA), which was the lead partner in this funding application. The project will be delivered by Tuath and NEHA. We look forward to seeing progress in the coming months.

Tuath would like to thank all partners and funders who contributed to the delivery of these new community spaces. It is hoped that these shared amenities will provide an opportunity for Tuath residents and staff to connect as we continue to develop strong and sustainable communities across Ireland.

Tuath Housing hosts eight summer camps and over ten summer events for residents around the county

In July and August, residents of all ages living in developments at Tuath were invited to participate in summer camps and events throughout Ireland.

Throughout the summer months, eight weeks of camps and over ten summer events took place for Tuath residents around Ireland. A variety of activities took place, facilitated and supported by a variety of organisations and funders.

These summer events and camps have empowered residents, both young and old, to build confidence, develop new skills & connect with their community by making new friends and connecting with neighbours. By providing opportunities for residents to participate in their local community and enhance their confidence and skills, Tuath empowers residents while continuing to foster sustainable communities.

Summer camps

Over three weeks in July and August Tuath partnered with Little Fitness, a social enterprise and not-for-profit organisation to host three camps which focused on fun and educational fitness for children of all abilities. Two camps took place in the community space at Aldborough in Greystones, Co. Wicklow while campers from Shackleton Hall, Lucan and Cooleven, Clondalkin joined together in Adamstown Community Centre for another enjoyable week funded by the HSE National Lottery Grant Scheme. Campers tried a wide variety of physical and creative activities, including classes in dance, fitness, hip hop, arts and crafts, with Weightlifting Ireland facilitating a weightlifting session.

In July, Tuath hosted two five-day summer camps for younger residents in Navan, Bettystown and Drogheda in Meath and Louth, facilitated by Starcamp. Campers learned essential confidence building, performance and presentation skills and even received a surprise visit from superman! Providing younger residents with opportunities to build these skills and abilities is a key objective of the Tuath Tenant Engagement Strategy 2022-25, as we continue to empower residents of all ages.

Glowcamps facilitated another camp week in July. Younger residents from various Tuath developments across North Dubiln came together to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) and Lego.

Dundalk FC’s Oriel Park was the venue for 40 children living in Tuath homes across Dundalk to join a camp in July. Funded by Healthy Louth, the campers were very active and learned many new soccer skills. The highlight of the week was perhaps a visit from the Dundalk FC men’s first team who came to meet the young residents and sign autographs.

In Cork, residents of The Meadows in Knocknacullen were invited to a week of varied sports and activities, funded by Tuath Housing in Terence McSweney Hall. This is the second year that a Let’s Go Camp has taken place near The Meadows, as the Housing Finance Agency Social Investment Fund for local community initiatives supported the roll-out of this camp last year.

OSM PHOTO – 09/08/2024 – REPRO FREE for Editorial/Press – Picture: Michael O’Sullivan /OSM PHOTO

Summer Events

Over ten summer events took place in Tuath developments across the country throughout June, July and August.

In Cork, residents at Milestream, Shanakiel enjoyed ‘Sports on the Green,’ while a Summer Festival took place in Bishop’s Avenue.

Meanwhile in Dublin, there was face painting, magic and doughnuts for residents of Burnell, North Dublin. At Woodside on the Enniskerry Road, residents were invited to an end of summer arts and crafts event, creating beautiful art from sustainable supplies like paper, paper plate and lollipop sticks. In Ellis Court, there was entertainment, food and fun for their end of summer event.

In Kilternan, younger residents and their families had fun dancing, playing games and enjoying a meal together. Members of the Tuath Property Services department attended, giving residents a chance to talk with staff from the repairs and maintenance team. Initiatives like this provide a wonderful opportunity for resident involvement, as residents can talk with Tuath staff and seek solutions to their concerns, while allowing Tuath to make resident-informed service delivery decisions.

In Cois Cuain, Drogheda, residents hired a mobile video game van and kid’s soft play bus, with the assistance of funding from Tuath. Liscorrie Residents’ Association in Drogheda were also supported by Tuath funding to have an event on the estate’s green. At Dundoogan in Dundalk, the Residents’ Association hosted an end of summer family fun day where attendees enjoyed an ice cream van, snacks and hot drinks in the shining sun.

With funding from the HSE, Community groups at Kickham Street and Mill Crescent in Carrick-On-Suir, Tipperary, combined to host a Community Fun Day filled with entertainment, games and bubbles to wrap up the summer holidays. Two days of events in Wexford were also made possible through HSE funding as residents at Kerlogue Manor, Forgelands, Ramstown and Gleann An Ghairdín enjoyed a mobile farm event from Nore Valley Park Mobile Farm for residents to enjoy and feed the animals.

Congratulations to all residents and staff involved in these events and camps throughout the summer months. Thank you to facilitators and funders for their support in empowering and connecting with residents throughout the country at Tuath.