The head of National Women’s Council of Ireland has stated that some landlords are still pursuing “sex for rent” agreements with no regard for consequences, prompting the organisation to urge the government to prioritize legislation banning this practice before the upcoming general election. NWCI plans to address the Minister for Justice Helen McEntee and government officials at a briefing in Leinster House to emphasize the urgency of outlawing sex for rent exploitation. The call for action comes as concerns grow over the prevalence of such exploitative arrangements in rental agreements across Ireland.
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Fourth heatwave of summer set to bring temperatures above 30C next week
Yellow heat health alerts have been issued for parts of England as temperatures are expected to exceed 30°C (86°F) next week, from 12:00 BST Monday to 18:00 BST Wednesday, excluding the north-east and north-west regions. This weather shift results from warm air being drawn up from the south, with England and Wales expected to enjoy sunshine while Northern Ireland and Scotland may see rain. Want More Context? 🔎
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