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Students facing 27% rent hikes in accommodation should take a case to the RTB, says chief

Rosalind Carroll said student should contact the RTB with cases.

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Jun 16th 2018, 7:00 AM

There are supposed to be rent limits in Dublin, so why can student accommodation providers hike rents by 27% a year?

There have been calls to increase protections for students living in the sector.

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Apr 15th 2018, 9:00 PM

DCU students stage 'sleep-out' at accommodation complex over 27% hike in rent

Starting next term students will be charged €9,000 for a nine month lease.

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Apr 5th 2018, 9:57 PM