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Number of homeless people rises to new record high of 12,600

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Homeless figures rise to new record high of 12,600

The number of homeless people in Ireland has risen to a new record high, described as a “disheartening surge” and “a terrible blight on our society” by housing charities. Sinn Fein said the figures showed that the government’s housing plan is not ...

28 Jul 2023 at 16:31

National News

"Very small increase" in homeless figures nationwide - Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien

Ahead of the publication of official figures, Minister for Housing Darragh O'Brien said there will be a "very small increase nationwide" in homeless figures being announced tomorrow. Minister O'Brien told reporters at a social housing launch ...

25 Apr 2024 at 16:57

National News

Most efficient home 'already exists' - Housing Minister launches €150m vacancy fund

The Minister for Housing has launched a multi-million euro fund for local authorities (LAs) to tackle vacancy and dereliction across Ireland. Minister Darragh O'Brien published details of the Urban Regeneration and Development Fund (URDF) ...

30 Jan 2023 at 16:48

National News

Government signs off on measures to increase supply of refugee accommodation

The Government has agreed to double the payments people hosting Ukrainian refugees receive in a bid to tackle the emergency accommodation shortage. From December 1, the monthly payment to people who volunteer as hosts will increase from ...

28 Oct 2022 at 21:29

National News

O'Brien confirms €5k increase in social housing income eligibility thresholds

A €5,000 increase in social housing income eligibility thresholds has been announced. The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien, today (November 29) announced the increase, which will take effect from ...

29 Nov 2022 at 18:19

National News

Excessive water use charges take backseat as delivery of housing 'highest priority'

While it is understood that work began under the previous government on draft regulations for excessive water use charges, the cheeky extra time in the shower will live another day. Minister for Housing, Local Government and ...

11 Mar 2025 at 14:47

Local News

WATCH: Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien turns the sod of building site at historic Portlaoise convent

Minister O'Brien visited the building historic site at Portlaoise Presentation convent in Portlaoise, where the development of 52 new social units is underway. Turning the sod at the Portlaoise landmark, on Church Avenue, ...

25 Apr 2024 at 17:50

Local News

Housing Minister O'Brien ensures adequate school spaces will follow new housing projects

Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien said that he would ensure required school spaces would follow the official opening of 143 new social homes during a visit to Portlaoise today. The Minister launched the homes in the ...

25 Apr 2024 at 14:21

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