A leading charity helping the homeless of Clare has recorded a near 500% increase in the number of people and families seeking their help over the past year.
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The Midwest branch of Focus Ireland has told Clare FM that it’s receiving an average of 28 requests for help each week, up from a recent average of just six.
It comes as Ministers discuss a plan to eradicate long-term homelessness, and as Social Protection Minister Joan Burton confirms rent supplement limits won't be looked at until the Budget in October.
