Simon Community: Hidden homelessness affecting 32,500 Irish households
The issue of hidden homelessness is currently affecting 32,500 households across the island of Ireland, according to a new poll.
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The issue of hidden homelessness is currently affecting 32,500 households across the island of Ireland, according to a new poll.
The term 'hidden homeless' refers to those who are considered homeless but are not included in official statistics as they are not on the street and instead are couch surfing or living in cars
Loss of home from the private rental market was the most common reason for experiencing hidden homelessness.
Homeless figures have reached a new record total of 13,866 people, according to latest figures from the Department of Housing.
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