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‘Startling’ figures show ‘lack of social housing for disabled’ says SDLP ‘Startling’ figures show a ‘concerning’ lack of social housing for the disabled in Upper Bann, says the SDLP. Monday, 24th May 2021, 5:16 pm Figures shared with MLA Dolores Kelly reveal that only 10 social housing bungalows have been built in the Upper Bann constituency within the past five years. Mrs Kelly said her office was inundated by constituents needing support with mobility issues with many in unsuitable and overcrowded accommodation. She said social housing applicants with disabilities are being ...

The Covid-19 pandemic has taught us many things, but a key one is the crucial role which good quality housing plays in all of our lives. At the start of 2020 we were pleased to see the New Decade New Approach (NDNA) document commit the incoming Northern Ireland Executive to delivering a specific housing outcome in its Programme for Government. At that time we already had record numbers of people in urgent need of housing. Since then, due to the pandemic and consequent economic fallout, the need for housing is now greater again. Of particular need is housing that is affordable – an important...