Influx of tourists causing spike in homelessness in West Cork

Hotels and B&Bs are being used by tourists, leaving those in emergency accommodation with nowhere to go, says Novas homeless support services

Novas has seen a rise in those who have been asked to leave emergency accommodation, with some clients resorting to living in their cars and other forms of rough sleeping. File Picture: Getty Images

The high demand for holiday accommodation in West Cork is causing many low-income households to be made homeless, with services saying they have never seen housing pressure like this before.

The increasing popularity of staycations means the pressure for accommodation in scenic rural towns and villages in West Cork is now more acute than ever, according to Novas homeless support services.