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Asylum Housing Crisis Eases for Some | Cork News
Asylum seeker housing numbers have plummeted from over 3,500 last March to just 755 now, thanks to retroactive spot allocations. Single men bear the brunt of the shortage, with housing prioritized for women, children, and those with special needs — leaving them with a meager €113.80 weekly allowance, a sharp increase from previous rates. Outreach teams work seven days a week to locate those sleeping rough, supported by funding to charity Tiglin for day services. Only 247 beds remain for single men since 2022, with officials constantly reallocating them to daily arrivals and vulnerable…
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