Homelessness Drops Slightly But Crisis Persists

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Homelessness numbers dip slightly in May, but the overall crisis remains dire — with 17,447 people in emergency accommodation, down modestly from April and March, mostly among adults. Yet crucially, this count excludes those sleeping rough, in shelters, or in hospitals — leaving a vast, unseen population in need. Opposition parties and charities are sounding the alarm, especially for children facing unstable, often unsuitable housing as schools close for summer. Despite this small drop, homelessness has been climbing steadily for years, with child and family homelessness surging over the past…