'I found it very stressful' - pregnant woman forced into homeless accommodation after landlord illegally evicted her

Safinatu Kamara, a young mother, faced an unbearable situation when her landlord, John O'Connor, cut off her access to hot water and electricity, forcing her into homelessness during her pregnancy.

The Residential Tenancies Board awarded Kamara €4,500 in damages, highlighting the seriousness of illegal evictions and utility disconnections, especially affecting vulnerable tenants like mothers with young children.

Kamara's case sheds light on the growing issue of landlords unlawfully evicting tenants, where basic human needs like access to utilities are improperly withheld.

This situation underscores the need for stronger protections for tenants in Ireland, ensuring that landlords cannot exploit their power or neglect their responsibilities.

Read at Independent