Homeless children should be fast-tracked for housing, says ombudsman

Niall Muldoon: 'We have had missed opportunities to help homeless children.' Picture: Leah Farrell / RollingNews.ie

The Government’s track record of tackling child homelessness has been one of repeated missed opportunities, according to the Ombudsman for Children Dr Niall Muldoon.

Not enough is being done for homeless children and the Government needs to "up its game" and act more quickly, he said.