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For People Experiencing Homelessness

  • €100 million capital funding in 2026 for the acquisition of second-hand properties to support the exit of families longest in homeless emergency accommodation.
  • A cross-Departmental and agency led Child and Family Homelessness Action Plan to prioritise the needs of needs of children and families.
  • Housing Act amended to ensure the best interests of children are considered in allocating homes to families experiencing homelessness.
  • A Whole-of-Government Homelessness Prevention Framework introduced.
  • Over 2,000 wraparound tenancies supported via the Housing First Programme.
  • Increased capital funding for local authorities and AHBs to provide and maintain dedicated homeless emergency and transitional accommodation.

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