Spike in homelessness across every age group is a ‘deafening’ wake-up call

The Salvation Army has described homeless statistics as a ‘deafening wake-up call’ for the new Government – and said it is witnessing a spike in homelessness across every age group in Dublin.

The Christian charity said social housing allocation, lack of affordable houses to rent under the Housing Assistance Payment scheme, a cost of living crisis and inadequate mental health services, have created a perfect storm.