Homelessness: 'One person told us they have sex with strangers to secure a place to sleep'

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The number of homeless people in Ireland has hit a new record, with 17,308 people in emergency accommodation. 

Figures from the Department of Housing show that 11,851 adults and 5,457 children were homeless last month, up from January's 17,112. In all, 2,609 families are included in the figures.