The figures showed an increase in the number of eviction notices being issued by landlords, largely because they intended to sell their property. They prompted public discussion around an apparent mass exodus of landlords in advance of new rent regulations coming into force in March 2026. The number of eviction notices issued by landlords in the third quarter of this year increased by 35 per cent on the same period last year. The increase in eviction notices comes ahead of changes in rental rules which take effect next year. Minister for Housing James Browne said this week he did not believe the increase in landlords ending tenancies was solely down to the new rental laws.

Source: The Irish Times November 28, 2025 22:43 UTC