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Number of families in emergency accommodation at lowest since April 2016

Figures released by Dublin City Council reveal that 302 families were staying in hotels, down 23 from July. Picture: Leon Farrell/RollingNews.ie

Thu, 15 Oct, 2020 - 19:04

Mairead Cleary

There were 856 families in emergency accommodation in Dublin in August, the lowest number since April 2016.

Figures released by Dublin City Council reveal that 302 families were staying in hotels, down 23 from July.

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