Slight rise in number of homeless in July to 17,527
There was another slight rise in the number of people homeless in July, according to figures from the Department of Housing.
In July, the number of people living in emergency accommodation in Ireland rose slightly to 17,527, according to Department of Housing figures. This represents a 45-person increase compared to June. Among those in emergency accommodation, there was a notable rise in homeless children, with 5,659 children (up from 5,620 in June) seeking refuge.
This marked a 13% increase in children's numbers over the year. The Simon Communities of Ireland criticized the lack of political urgency surrounding the homelessness crisis, calling for more decisive action from the government. They emphasized the need for a comprehensive strategy to address the housing crisis, particularly in Dublin where 70% of those in emergency accommodation live.
The Simon Communities of Ireland highlighted that 1,001 more children were in emergency accommodation than in November 2024.
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