Long-term homelessness has jumped by two-thirds since the launch of the Rebuilding Ireland plan, the Simon Communities has revealed. Long-term homelessness has jumped by two-thirds since the launch of the Rebuilding Ireland plan, the Simon Communities has revealed. It says it is particularly concerned at the 66pc increase in long-term adult homelessness since 2016. Wayne Stanley, national spokesperson for the Simon Communities, said it has taken stock of the successes and limitations of Rebuilding Ireland. The fund, which forms a core part of the Government's Rebuilding Ireland policy, saw 30 major public infrastructure projects receive final approval to facilitate the delivery of almost 20,000 new homes.

Source: Irish Independent July 15, 2019 01:30 UTC