Donegal Mica campaigners warn of “tsunami of homelessness” ahead
Mica campaigners in Donegal are warning that a “tsunami of homelessness” is coming down the line unless the Government acts quick to address the accommodation problem. The Government has agreed to finance a 2.2 billion Euro scheme to rebuild and restructure an estimated 7,500 homes which have been structurally damaged…
Donegal Mica redress campaigner challenges councillors to secure payments for the people they represent
A Donegal Mica redress campaigner has called on all 37 Donegal county councillors to travel to Leinster House and demand the same level of redress payments for those impacted by Mica in Donegal be paid to homeowners at the same rate which was paid to those affected by the Pyrite…
Mica campaigner calls for contingency plans to get through cold snap
A Donegal Mica redress campaigner says it’s unacceptable that those impacted by Mica in Donegal have to live in freezing conditions in the lead up to Christmas during the current artic snap. Paddy Diver says a contingency plan should be in place for those that need emergency accommodation. Speaking to…
Mica homeowners who need emergency accommodation urged to form fresh campaign
A defective block campaigner has blasted the Government over news that modular homes are not being considered as alternative accommodation for those living in Mica affected homes. This is despite a motion in favour of the idea being passed by Donegal County Council last year. Paddy Diver has…
Actions of Bohemians fans causes upset for mica homeowners
The Donegal Mica Action Group have condemned the behaviour of Bohemians fans at a recent SSE Airtricity League football match against Finn Harps. It is alleged that chants were heard from the Bohemians fans that made derogatory references to houses affected by the Mica crisis in Donegal. In…
Mica Campaigner concerned about effects of new concrete levy
A Donegal Mica Campaigner is expressing concern that the concrete levy could ultimately hinder homeowners in repairing homes affected by defective blocks. It’s thought that the levy which was announced will add an extra cost of at least €3,000 to build a typical home in Ireland. Speaking to…
Mica homeowners doing the work of Government ‘for too long’ – Diver
A Mica campaigner says homeowners have been doing the work of government ‘for too long’ over the mica scandal. Campaigners have called on the Government to cover the costs of replacing foundations under its remediation scheme. But engineers have denied the claim there could be problems with the…