Varadkar: Winter eviction ban could result in 'glut' of homelessness

Varadkar: Winter eviction ban could result in 'glut' of homelessness

Leo Varadkar told the Dáil he is 'thankful' the State is 'able to provide emergency accommodation for almost everyone who needs it'.

A winter eviction ban could lead to spike in the number of homeless people, the Tánaiste has told the Dáil.

Leo Varadkar warned Labour leader Ivana Bacik that the measure, which is being considered by Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien, could result in a "glut of homelessness" when the ban is lifted.

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