The Government will appoint its new housing tsar at some point in the next eight weeks, housing minister James Browne has said. Mr McDonagh was expected to retain his Nama remuneration of around €430,000 when seconded to the office. The controversy led to Mr McDonagh withdrawing his name from consideration and an open competition for the position. On Wednesday, Mr Browne said the recruitment process is ongoing and he expects an appointment “sometime over the next eight weeks”. “Its principles have been activated and engaged with the local authorities,” he said.

Source: Irish Examiner January 21, 2026 16:44 UTC