New record as number of homeless people in Ireland reaches 14,486

In the 12 months since August 2023, the data shows an increase of 1,795 people or 14% in emergency accommodation.

The number of people living in emergency accommodation reached a record 14,486 in August, according to the latest figures from the Department of Housing. 

Data released on Friday shows that 10,067 adults and 4,419 children were accessing emergency accommodation during the last week of August.