Thousands of people have taken to the streets of Dublin to demand action on homelessness. With numbers of homeless people at record levels in Ireland, campaigners criticised the Government’s record on the issue. The event organised by the Raise the Roof campaign saw thousands walk through the city centre carrying placards and chanting slogans. Eoghan Murphy and Leo Varadkar (Brian Lawless/PA)They also criticised support levels for homeless members of the Traveller community and asylum seekers living in Direct Provision centres. Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Minister for Housing Eoghan Murphy have face criticism for their handling of the issue, though both insist addressing the problem is a key priority.- Press Association

Source: Irish Examiner May 18, 2019 13:24 UTC