Apollo House residents ignore court order to leave; Coveney encourages 'continued engagement'

Update4pm: In a statement, a spokesman for Housing Minister Simon Coveney said the minister would encourage Home Sweet Home to continue engaging with agencies to provide alternative accommodation.

Update 4pm: In a statement, a spokesman for Housing Minister Simon Coveney said the minister would encourage Home Sweet Home to continue engaging with the Peter McVerry Trust and Dublin City Council to help transfer people from Apollo House to "alternative suitable accommodation with appropriate supports".

"The minister's priority continues to be the provision of safe and suitable accommodation for homeless people," he added.