The Irish Independent's View: Revelation of emergency housing costs delivers another crushing blow to Government's credibility
Briefly

The article criticizes the government’s failure to address the homelessness crisis in Ireland, noting that the costs for emergency accommodation for families can equate to the price of a house. It cites statistics from the Department of Housing revealing a significant increase in people relying on these supports, including a troubling number of children. Key political figures voice their concerns, labeling the situation a national disgrace. The piece advocates for a major overhaul in government response, warning that the perceived indifference could see costs escalate further while families remain unsupported.
Only a radical, pandemic-like response - where obstacles are obliterated by absolute necessity, with cross-party buy-in - will suffice
The massive costs of meeting homeless people's requirements seem to have no boundaries. A total failure to provide the necessary accommodation over decades has forced the State into paying indefensible amounts of money.
This is no longer a housing crisis - it is a housing disaster, and the Government is responding with inertia.
The idea that it could cost between €140,000 and €180,000 to keep a roof over the head of a family each year seems ludicrous.
Read at Irish Independent
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