Protests were held over Christmas outside property that was later burnt down

Protestors demonstrations, including on Christmas night, outside a building earmarked for homeless people which was burnt down in Ringsend. Picture: Leah Farrell/© RollingNews.ie

Protestors held round the clock demonstrations, including on Christmas night, outside a building earmarked for homeless people which was burnt down in Ringsend.

The property was bought by the Dublin Region Homeless Executive and was to be used for families who needed temporary accommodation.