According to the Department of Housing, the number of people in emergency accommodation in Ireland rose to 17,517 in March 2026, an increase of 209 from February's figures. This includes 11,946 adults and 5,571 children, highlighting the ongoing housing crisis.
The data, released on April 25, 2026, shows a continued upward trend in homelessness, with families and children particularly affected. The Department of Housing has not yet commented on specific measures to address the rise.
Advocacy groups have called for urgent action, emphasizing the need for increased social housing and rental supports. The figures underscore the challenges facing the government in tackling homelessness.
