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  1. Fine Gael is criticized for its government's failure regarding housing policies while operating within the Irish context.
  2. Department of Housing released homelessness figures while Conor Sheehan criticized the lack of a national housing plan in Ireland.

Record Homelessness Figures in Ireland Prompt Renter Protection Legislation

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Ireland’s Department of Housing reported that the number of people accessing emergency accommodation reached a record high of 10,975 in September. This marked the third consecutive month the figures were at this high. In response, the government introduced emergency legislation to protect renters by deferring 'no fault' tenancy terminations through the winter.

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Why it matters

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The crisis highlights severe strain on the housing market in Ireland. The government's response involved introducing a moratorium on evictions, a measure aimed at providing short-term assistance to those affected by the country's housing shortages.

The Department of Housing released homelessness figures while criticism mounted regarding the lack of a national housing plan in Ireland.

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Who's involved

  • Focus IrelandMonitors housing issues and publishes findings on the ground.
  • IrelandThe sovereign state grappling with a severe housing and social crisis.
  • governmentThe executive body introducing emergency renter protection measures.

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  • IrelandSpeculative

    The state could experience increased social service costs due to the record housing crisis.

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  1. Focus Ireland monitors homelessness figures in Ireland, with CEO David Carroll involved.1 source
  2. Focus Ireland monitors homelessness figures and government passes renter protection legislation.1 source

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