Sr Stan: This is the worst I have ever seen homelessness since we first set up Focus Ireland

Sr Stanislaus Kennedy at the launch of 16 Focus Ireland homes in the heart of Cork City on Grand Parade. Picture: Michael O'Sullivan /OSM PHOTO

Extending the eviction ban is essential until adequate supports are put in place to help hundreds of people who face homelessness from tonight, Focus Ireland founder Sr Stanislaus Kennedy has said.

The housing campaigner was speaking at the launch of 16 new Focus Ireland homes constructed in what were largely derelict buildings on Grand Parade in Cork City.