Homelessness figures in the North West drop for the third month in a row

The number of adults in the Northwest recorded as homeless has decreased for the third month in a row.

The figures were released following a question raised by Cllr Gerry McMonagle this week.

Figures have decreased gradually since March and April, when 172 adults were recorded as homeless.

Meanwhile, Ireland has hit another record for homelessness with an overall figure of 14,303 people accessing emergency accommodation.

There were 9,899 single adults and 2,093 families in emergency accommodation in June, including 4,404 children.

Donegal County Council explained that the long-term solution to people entering homelessness will be achieved through a range of means, including the delivery of social housing capital which aims to deliver 1,268 units across Donegal by 2026.

The Council is currently supporting 5 families, one couple and 34 individuals with B&B vouchers.

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